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1. bias
noun. ['ˈbaɪəs'] a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- biasis (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- biais (Old Provençal (to 1500))
Rhymes with Bias
- himalayas
- zacharias
- mcdyess
- matthias
- mathias
- impious
- elias
- darius
- vyas
- pius
- pious
- kious
- dyess
- dyas
- byus
- byas
How do you pronounce bias?
Pronounce bias as baɪəs.
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UK - How to pronounce bias in British English
Sentences with bias
1. Noun, singular or mass
Thread the bias tape or thin rope through the "sleeve."
2. Adjective
See directions for attaching bias tape [here.
Quotes about bias
1. 'Halal in the Family' will expose a broad audience to some of the realities of being Muslim in America. By using satire, we will encourage people to reconsider their assumptions about Muslims, while providing a balm to those experiencing anti-Muslim bias. I also hope those Uncles and Aunties out there will crack a smile!
- Aasif Mandvi
2. A good self-esteem level is mostly dependant on how we value ourselves without any bias.
- Stephen Richards, Boost Your Self Esteem
3. Homeschool history tells of more than two centuries of home-teaching influence on American education, although it has been largely obscured by the drawn curtains of conventional bias.
- Raymond S. Moore, School Can Wait
2. bias
adjective. ['ˈbaɪəs'] slanting diagonally across the grain of a fabric.
Antonyms
Etymology
- biasis (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- biais (Old Provençal (to 1500))
3. bias
verb. ['ˈbaɪəs'] influence in an unfair way.
Synonyms
Etymology
- biasis (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- biais (Old Provençal (to 1500))
4. bias
noun. ['ˈbaɪəs'] a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric.
Synonyms
Etymology
- biasis (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- biais (Old Provençal (to 1500))