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UNFAIRNESS Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word unfairness. (exact relations)
There are 14 hypernyms of the word unfairness. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for UNFAIRNESS

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inequity
nounn
noun

• injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards

injustice
nounn
noun

• an unjust act

• the practice of being unjust or unfair

bias
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

• a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric

adjective satellite

• slanting diagonally across the grain of a fabric

verb

• influence in an unfair way

• cause to be biased

discrimination
nounn
noun

• unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice

• the cognitive process whereby two or more stimuli are distinguished

partiality
nounn
noun

• a predisposition to like something

• an inclination to favor one group or view or opinion over alternatives

prejudice
nounn
noun

• a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

verb

• disadvantage by prejudice

• influence (somebody's) opinion in advance

iniquity
nounn
noun

• morally objectionable behavior

• an unjust act

shabbiness
nounn
noun

• a lack of elegance as a consequence of wearing threadbare or dirty clothing

• an unjust act

Best Hypernyms For UNFAIRNESS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for unfairness, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (12)
injustice partiality bias discrimination favoritism imbalance inequity misconduct partisanship prejudice unjustness wrongdoing
Phrases (2)
actus reuswrongful conduct

Alternatives for INEQUITY

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