客観
also: かっかん · かくかん
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
objectivity; objective view; object (philosophy)
Refers to an objective standpoint or the quality of being unbiased. In philosophy, it can mean the object of perception or thought, as opposed to the subject (主観).
Antonyms: 主観
Judge based on objective facts.
He cannot view his own opinion objectively.
Usage patterns
- 主観と客観subjectivity and objectivity (as contrasting philosophical concepts)
It's difficult to distinguish between subjectivity and objectivity in this issue.
- 客観を欠くto lack objectivity
His opinion was criticized for lacking objectivity.