Word: 
Rhymes   Near rhymes   Synonyms   [Definitions]   Homophones   Similar sound   Same consonants   Related  

Definitions of bias:

  • noun:   a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation
  • noun:   a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric
  • verb:   cause to be biased
  • verb:   influence in an unfair way
    Example: "You are biasing my choice by telling me yours"
  • adjective:   slanting diagonally across the grain of a fabric
    Example: "A bias fold"
  • name:  A surname (rare: 1 in 50000 families; popularity rank in the U.S.: #5241)


Related words...

Search for bias at other dictionaries: OneLook, Answers.com, Merriam-Webster

See bias used in context: 10 Shakespeare works, 28 definitions

Search for bias:    [Definition]   Shakespeare   Encyclopedia  

Image Map


Help, Feedback, Customize, Android app, iPhone/iPad app

Copyright © 2013 Datamuse