Refers to unfair preference or prejudice toward a particular person or group. Often used in formal or critical contexts.
His judgment seems to be biased.
We should treat everyone fairly without favoritism.
favoritism; partiality; bias
Standard kanji spelling for this word.
Kana spelling is common in everyday writing, especially when the kanji are obscure.
A Sino-Japanese word from 依怙, originally “reliance” or “dependence.” In Japanese it developed the sense of relying on personal connections or preference, hence partiality or favoritism.