When you bias someone, it means you make them think or feel a certain way about something. You might make them like one thing more than another, or not like something as much. This is often not fair. It's like you are pushing them to one side.
When you bias something, it means you influence it in an unfair way. Imagine a judge in a competition who already decided who will win before the competition even started. This judge is showing bias.
It often involves having a strong preference for one thing or person, or a prejudice against another, which makes a fair outcome impossible. So, if information is presented in a way that favors one side, it could be biased. Understanding bias helps you see when something is not neutral or balanced.
bias در ۳۰ ثانیه
- unfair influence
- prejudice creation
- outcome manipulation
§ Understanding 'Bias'
The verb 'bias' means to influence a person, group, or outcome in a way that is unfair or unbalanced. It implies causing someone to have a prejudice against or a preference for one particular side or opinion. This influence often leads to a skewed perspective, preventing objective judgment or a balanced outcome.
The news report seemed to bias public opinion against the new policy.
§ Similar Words and Nuances
While 'bias' is a strong and specific term, several other words share overlapping meanings. Understanding their nuances will help you choose the most appropriate word for your context.
- Prejudice
- While 'bias' can be used as a noun, 'prejudice' specifically refers to a preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience. As a verb, 'to prejudice' means to cause someone to form an unfavorable opinion before knowing the facts.
His background might prejudice him against the proposal.
- Influence
- 'Influence' is a broader term, meaning to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something. It doesn't necessarily carry the negative connotation of unfairness that 'bias' does. You can influence someone positively or negatively, fairly or unfairly.
Her words can influence people to make wise decisions.
- Sway
- To 'sway' means to move or cause to move slowly to and fro, or to influence someone to change their opinion or decision. Like 'influence,' 'sway' can be neutral or carry a slight negative connotation if the influence is seen as manipulative or easily achieved.
It's hard to sway him once he's made up his mind.
- Distort
- To 'distort' means to pull or twist out of shape, or to give a misleading or false account or impression of. While 'bias' leads to an unfair view, 'distort' focuses on misrepresenting facts or reality, which can then lead to a biased perspective.
The media can distort public perception of events.
- Predispose
- To 'predispose' means to make someone liable or inclined to a specified attitude, action, or condition. It suggests an inherent or prior tendency rather than an active, external influence at a specific moment. While 'bias' is about actively making something unfair, 'predispose' is about creating the conditions for a certain inclination.
His upbringing might predispose him to conservative views.
§ When to Use 'Bias'
Use 'bias' when you want to emphasize an unfair or unbalanced influence that leads to a prejudiced outcome. It's particularly useful when discussing:
- Unfair advantages or disadvantages.
- Skewed perspectives in reporting or research.
- Decisions or judgments that lack objectivity.
- Situations where there's a deliberate or unintentional leaning towards one side.
Consider the context:
- If the influence is merely a general effect without an implication of unfairness, 'influence' or 'sway' might be better.
- If the focus is on a pre-existing opinion not based on facts, 'prejudice' (as a noun or verb) is more precise.
- If the issue is about misrepresentation of information, 'distort' is a strong alternative.
- If you're talking about an inherent tendency or susceptibility, 'predispose' is the ideal choice.
نکته جالب
The word 'bias' first appeared in English in the 1530s, primarily referring to a diagonal line or cut in cloth. The figurative sense of an inclination or prejudice developed from this literal meaning of something being 'off-center' or 'not straight'.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
The news report might bias some people against the candidate.
Some news can make people dislike a candidate without a good reason.
Here, 'bias' is a verb meaning 'to influence unfairly'.
Her smile could bias the judges in her favor.
Her smile might make the judges like her more.
Used as a verb, 'bias' means to make someone prefer something.
His personal feelings might bias his decision.
His own feelings could make his choice unfair.
'Bias' is a verb here, meaning to influence a decision.
Don't let one bad experience bias you against all new things.
Don't let one bad thing make you dislike everything new.
Here, 'bias' means to make someone have a prejudice.
The information could bias students towards one side of the argument.
The facts might make students favor one idea more.
Used as a verb, 'bias' means to make someone prefer one side.
Sometimes, a strong opinion can bias our understanding.
A strong belief can sometimes make us misunderstand things.
In this sentence, 'bias' means to influence our understanding unfairly.
The article seemed to bias readers against the new policy.
The story seemed to make readers dislike the new rules.
As a verb, 'bias' means to influence people's opinions.
A good teacher tries not to bias students for or against any topic.
A good teacher tries not to make students like or dislike a topic unfairly.
'Bias' as a verb here means to influence in an unbalanced way.
News reports can sometimes bias public opinion.
Reports de notícias às vezes podem influenciar a opinião pública.
Here, 'bias' is a verb meaning 'to influence unfairly'.
His personal feelings might bias his judgment.
Os sentimentos pessoais dele podem enviesar o julgamento dele.
Used with a modal verb 'might' to express possibility.
Don't let one bad experience bias your view of all new things.
Não deixe uma experiência ruim influenciar sua visão de todas as coisas novas.
Used in a negative imperative to advise against something.
The survey results could bias the decision of the committee.
Os resultados da pesquisa poderiam influenciar a decisão do comitê.
Used with 'could' to show a potential outcome.
She tried not to let her background bias her thoughts on the subject.
Ela tentou não deixar sua origem influenciar seus pensamentos sobre o assunto.
Used with 'not to let' to express an effort to avoid bias.
Sometimes, our emotions bias our decisions.
Às vezes, nossas emoções influenciam nossas decisões.
A general statement about how emotions can affect decisions.
The way the question was asked might bias the answers.
A maneira como a pergunta foi feita pode influenciar as respostas.
Used with 'might' to suggest a possible effect.
It's important not to let stereotypes bias your opinion of others.
É importante não deixar estereótipos influenciarem sua opinião sobre os outros.
Used in an impersonal construction 'It's important not to...'
News outlets can unconsciously bias public opinion through their choice of headlines and imagery, shaping how readers perceive events.
Medios de comunicación pueden sesgar inconscientemente la opinión pública a través de su elección de titulares e imágenes, moldeando cómo los lectores perciben los eventos.
Here, 'bias' is used as a verb in the present tense, active voice, indicating an ongoing action. The adverb 'unconsciously' modifies the verb.
The study's results may be biased by the small sample size, which doesn't accurately represent the larger population.
Los resultados del estudio pueden estar sesgados por el pequeño tamaño de la muestra, que no representa con precisión a la población más grande.
'Biased' is used as a past participle acting as an adjective, describing the state of the results. It's part of a passive construction ('may be biased by').
To ensure fairness, interviewers must be careful not to let their personal preferences bias their assessment of candidates.
Para asegurar la equidad, los entrevistadores deben tener cuidado de no dejar que sus preferencias personales sesguen su evaluación de los candidatos.
Here, 'bias' is used as a base verb following 'not to let', indicating a desired action to avoid. It takes 'their assessment' as its direct object.
Historical records often bias narratives towards the victors, omitting the perspectives and experiences of the defeated.
Los registros históricos a menudo sesgan las narrativas hacia los vencedores, omitiendo las perspectivas y experiencias de los derrotados.
'Bias' is a verb in the present tense, active voice, describing a habitual action. 'Narratives' is the direct object.
The survey questions were designed in a way that could bias respondents' answers, leading to inaccurate data.
Las preguntas de la encuesta fueron diseñadas de una manera que podría sesgar las respuestas de los encuestados, lo que lleva a datos inexactos.
'Bias' is a verb in the infinitive form ('could bias'), indicating a potential outcome. It is followed by its object 'respondents' answers'.
Despite their best intentions, parental expectations can sometimes bias a child's career choices, steering them towards certain paths.
A pesar de sus mejores intenciones, las expectativas de los padres a veces pueden sesgar las elecciones de carrera de un niño, dirigiéndolos hacia ciertos caminos.
'Bias' is used as a verb in the present tense, active voice, preceded by the modal verb 'can'. 'Career choices' is the direct object.
It is crucial to critically evaluate sources to avoid being biased by misinformation spread through social media.
Es crucial evaluar críticamente las fuentes para evitar ser sesgado por la desinformación difundida a través de las redes sociales.
'Biased' is used as a past participle within a passive infinitive construction ('to avoid being biased'), indicating the state of being influenced.
The algorithm was found to bias search results towards commercial interests, rather than providing truly neutral information.
Se descubrió que el algoritmo sesgaba los resultados de búsqueda hacia intereses comerciales, en lugar de proporcionar información verdaderamente neutral.
'Bias' is used as a verb in the past tense, active voice, describing a past finding. 'Search results' is the direct object.
The media's sensationalized reporting can subtly bias public opinion, leading to predetermined conclusions rather than objective analysis.
Medienes sensasjonspregede rapportering kan subtilt forhåndsdømme offentlig opinion, noe som fører til forhåndsbestemte konklusjoner snarere enn objektiv analyse.
Here, 'bias' is used as a verb in the infinitive form following a modal verb ('can').
Despite strict regulations, implicit biases within the hiring committee inadvertently biased the selection process against candidates from less conventional backgrounds.
Til tross for strenge regler, forhåndsdømte implisitte fordommer i ansettelseskomiteen ubevisst utvelgelsesprosessen mot kandidater fra mindre konvensjonelle bakgrunner.
In this sentence, 'biased' is the past simple form of the verb, showing an action that occurred in the past.
To ensure fairness, it's crucial to acknowledge and actively work to prevent personal prejudices from biasing our judgments in professional settings.
For å sikre rettferdighet er det avgjørende å erkjenne og aktivt arbeide for å forhindre at personlige fordommer påvirker våre vurderinger i profesjonelle omgivelser.
Here, 'biasing' is a gerund, acting as a noun after the preposition 'from'.
The experimental design was meticulous, yet a subtle flaw in the data collection method might have biased the results, compromising their validity.
Eksperimentdesignet var omhyggelig, men en subtil feil i datainnsamlingsmetoden kan ha forhåndsdømt resultatene, noe som kompromitterer deres gyldighet.
In this case, 'biased' is the past participle used to form the present perfect tense with 'might have'.
His influential position could easily bias the committee's decision, making it imperative to establish safeguards against undue influence.
Hans innflytelsesrike posisjon kunne lett forhåndsdømme komiteens beslutning, noe som gjør det avgjørende å etablere sikkerhetstiltak mot urettmessig innflytelse.
Again, 'bias' is an infinitive following a modal verb ('could').
Unconscious stereotypes frequently bias how we perceive and interact with individuals from different cultural backgrounds, requiring constant self-reflection.
Ubevisste stereotyper forhåndsdømmer ofte hvordan vi oppfatter og samhandler med enkeltpersoner fra forskjellige kulturelle bakgrunner, noe som krever konstant selvrefleksjon.
Here, 'bias' is in the simple present tense, indicating a habitual action.
The prosecutor's opening statement was crafted to subtly bias the jury, presenting evidence in a way that favored their interpretation.
Aktoratets åpningsinnlegg var utformet for å subtilt forhåndsdømme juryen, ved å presentere bevis på en måte som favoriserte deres tolkning.
In this example, 'bias' is an infinitive preceded by 'to', forming an infinitive phrase of purpose.
Despite efforts to maintain neutrality, personal connections to the project inevitably biased some of the peer reviewers' evaluations.
Til tross for innsatsen for å opprettholde nøytralitet, forhåndsdømte personlige forbindelser til prosjektet uunngåelig noen av fagfellenes evalueringer.
'Biased' is once again the past simple form of the verb, describing an action that happened.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
The media can bias public opinion.
СМИ могут влиять на общественное мнение.
His upbringing might bias his views.
Его воспитание может искажать его взгляды.
Don't let personal feelings bias your judgment.
Не позволяйте личным чувствам влиять на ваше суждение.
The survey questions were designed to bias the results.
Вопросы опроса были разработаны таким образом, чтобы исказить результаты.
We must ensure that our decisions do not bias any group.
Мы должны гарантировать, что наши решения не предвзяты к какой-либо группе.
The historical context can bias how we interpret events.
Исторический контекст может влиять на то, как мы интерпретируем события.
To bias a jury is a serious offense.
Предвзятое отношение к присяжным является серьезным преступлением.
Their selection process aims to not bias against certain candidates.
Их процесс отбора направлен на то, чтобы не дискриминировать определенных кандидатов.
It's important not to bias the research with preconceived notions.
Важно не искажать исследование предвзятыми представлениями.
The wording of the question can bias the respondent's answer.
Формулировка вопроса может влиять на ответ респондента.
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
نحوه استفاده
Usage Notes:
The verb "bias" is often used in passive constructions, for example: "The study was biased by funding from the pharmaceutical company."
It can also be used with an object, such as: "His upbringing biased him against certain political views."
It's important to note that "bias" can sometimes imply an unconscious influence, not always an intentional act.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing 'bias' (verb) with 'biased' (adjective): A common error is using 'bias' when the adjective 'biased' is needed. For example, instead of saying "The judge is bias," the correct form is "The judge is biased."
- Incorrect preposition use: People sometimes struggle with the prepositions that follow 'bias'. Common correct prepositions include 'towards', 'against', or 'in favor of'. For example: "The reporting was biased towards one candidate."
- Overusing 'bias' as a noun when a verb is required: While 'bias' is also a noun, ensure you're using the verb form when describing the act of influencing. For example, instead of "The data showed a bias to the results," you might say "The data biased the results."
- Using 'bias' reflexively incorrectly: You wouldn't typically say "He biased himself." Instead, you might say "He found himself biased by his experiences."
نکات
Recognize Synonyms
Think of synonyms like prejudice, influence, or sway. This helps broaden your understanding.
Antonyms Help Too
Consider antonyms such as fairness, impartiality, or objectivity. This highlights its meaning by contrast.
Practice Usage
Try to form your own sentences using 'bias' as a verb. For example: 'The article might bias readers against the new policy.'
Common Pitfalls
Don't confuse 'bias' (verb) with 'bias' (noun). As a verb, it implies an action of influencing.
Look for Examples
Search for real-world examples of 'bias' being used in news articles or speeches to see its practical application.
Cultural Nuance
In some cultures, openly discussing bias might be more common or less common. Be aware of the societal context.
Subtle Forms of Bias
Consider that bias can be unconscious or subtle, not always overt or intentional. This is a more advanced understanding.
Phrasal Verbs
While not a phrasal verb itself, 'bias' often appears with prepositions like 'towards' or 'against'. Pay attention to these to understand the direction of influence.
Active vs. Passive Voice
Notice if 'bias' is used in the active ('He biased the jury') or passive voice ('The jury was biased'). This affects the focus of the sentence.
ریشه کلمه
Middle French 'biais' (noun), meaning 'a slant, a slope,' which referred to the oblique line of stitching on a garment. This word itself came from Old Occitan 'biais,' meaning 'slant' or 'slope,' and its ultimate origin is uncertain but possibly from Vulgar Latin *bigassius, from Greek 'epiplagios' (oblique). The verb form emerged later, carrying the sense of inclining or influencing.
معنای اصلی: A slant or slope, particularly in tailoring or textiles.
Romance (through French and Occitan), possibly with Greek roots.بافت فرهنگی
The concept of bias is deeply ingrained in human perception and decision-making, influencing everything from personal relationships to global politics. In contemporary society, discussions around cognitive biases, such as confirmation bias or implicit bias, are prevalent in psychology, sociology, and ethics. Addressing and mitigating bias is a key focus in fields like artificial intelligence development and social justice, aiming for fairer and more equitable outcomes.
خودت رو بسنج 30 سوال
Listen to the words about the dog.
Listen for the speaker's name.
What does the speaker eat?
این را بلند بخوانید:
Hello, how are you?
تمرکز: Hello
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
My favorite color is blue.
تمرکز: blue
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
I like to read books.
تمرکز: read
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
The news report seemed to ___ people against the new law.
'Bias' means to unfairly influence someone's opinion, which fits the context of a news report influencing views on a new law.
Sometimes, our feelings can ___ our judgment and make it hard to choose fairly.
If feelings 'bias' judgment, it means they unfairly influence our decisions, making it difficult to be fair.
A good judge should not let their personal opinions ___ their decisions in court.
A judge should not let personal opinions 'bias' their decisions, meaning they should not let them unfairly influence the outcome.
To bias someone means to help them make a fair choice.
To bias someone means to influence them in an unfair or unbalanced way, not to help them make a fair choice.
If a newspaper article is biased, it means it shows only one side of a story.
Yes, if a newspaper article is biased, it means it unfairly favors one side or opinion, often by presenting only that side.
Eating a lot of vegetables can bias your health in a bad way.
Eating vegetables is generally good for your health and would not 'bias' it in a bad way. 'Bias' refers to unfair influence, not a direct negative effect.
Write a short sentence about something you like to do in your free time. Use simple words.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
پاسخ نمونه
I like to read books.
Write two sentences describing your favorite food. What is it and why do you like it?
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
پاسخ نمونه
My favorite food is pizza. I like it because it tastes good.
Write three sentences about what you do in the morning before school or work. Start with 'First, I...'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
پاسخ نمونه
First, I wake up. Then, I brush my teeth. Finally, I eat breakfast.
What does Tom do on Saturday?
این متن را بخوانید:
Tom likes to play soccer. He plays every Saturday with his friends. They have fun together. After the game, they eat snacks.
What does Tom do on Saturday?
The passage says Tom plays soccer every Saturday.
The passage says Tom plays soccer every Saturday.
What is the cat's name?
این متن را بخوانید:
Sarah has a cat. Its name is Whiskers. Whiskers likes to sleep on the sofa. Sarah gives Whiskers food and water every day.
What is the cat's name?
The passage states that the cat's name is Whiskers.
The passage states that the cat's name is Whiskers.
What kind of weather is it today?
این متن را بخوانید:
The weather today is sunny and warm. It is a good day to go to the park. Many people are walking and playing outside.
What kind of weather is it today?
The passage says the weather today is sunny and warm.
The passage says the weather today is sunny and warm.
This sentence demonstrates how media can unfairly influence public opinion.
This sentence shows how personal preferences can unfairly influence a decision.
This sentence illustrates how flaws in a study's design can unfairly skew its results.
Listen for how the media's actions affected public perception.
Consider the importance of impartiality in research.
Pay attention to how the moderator influenced the debate.
این را بلند بخوانید:
How can societal prejudices bias our perceptions of individuals from different backgrounds?
تمرکز: societal prejudices, bias our perceptions
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
In what ways do algorithms, if not carefully constructed, have the potential to bias decision-making processes, leading to unfair outcomes?
تمرکز: algorithms, bias decision-making processes
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
Reflect on a situation where you observed someone attempting to bias an argument or discussion, and describe the tactics they employed.
تمرکز: observed someone attempting to bias, tactics they employed
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
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نمره کامل!
Summary
To bias means to unfairly sway a person, group, or result, often creating prejudice or a strong preference.
- unfair influence
- prejudice creation
- outcome manipulation
Context is Key
Always try to understand the context in which 'bias' is used. Is it about sports, politics, or personal opinions?
Recognize Synonyms
Think of synonyms like prejudice, influence, or sway. This helps broaden your understanding.
Antonyms Help Too
Consider antonyms such as fairness, impartiality, or objectivity. This highlights its meaning by contrast.
Practice Usage
Try to form your own sentences using 'bias' as a verb. For example: 'The article might bias readers against the new policy.'
مثال
I don't want to tell you my opinion first because I don't want to bias your judgment.
محتوای مرتبط
این کلمه در زبانهای دیگر
واژههای بیشتر Social
abanthropate
C1Describes a state of being removed from, or having lost, the essential qualities and characteristics of humanity. It is often used in philosophical or literary contexts to describe a person or entity that has transcended or been alienated from the human condition.
abhospence
C1A rare or formal term describing the state or act of lacking hospitality, or the deliberate withdrawal of a welcoming attitude towards guests or outsiders. It refers to a cold, inhospitable atmosphere or a specific instance where a host fails to provide expected comforts or kindness.
abjudtude
C1The state or quality of being formally rejected, cast off, or disowned through an authoritative or judicial decision. It refers to a condition of absolute renunciation where a person or entity is stripped of their previous status or rights.
abphobship
C1A formal adjective describing a systemic and deep-seated aversion to institutional hierarchies or organized authority figures. It is frequently applied in sociological and organizational contexts to describe individuals or movements that intentionally distance themselves from formal power structures.
abstinence
B2تصمیم آگاهانه برای دوری از چیزی، مثل الکل یا غذا، به خاطر خودداری و نظم شخصی.
abtactship
C1یعنی حالتی که هیچ تماس فیزیکی نداری یا ملموس نیستی. برای توصیف رابطهای که مادی یا جسمی نیست به کار میره.
abtrudship
C1To forcefully impose one's leadership, authority, or specific set of rules onto a group without their consent or prior consultation. It describes the act of thrusting a structured way of doing things upon others in a dominant or intrusive manner.
abvictious
C1To strategically yield or concede a minor position or advantage in order to ensure a greater ultimate victory. It describes a sophisticated form of success achieved through intentional, calculated loss or withdrawal.
abvolism
C1یعنی آدم خودش رو از قوانین جامعه جدا کنه تا کاملاً مستقل بشه.
acceptance
B2Acceptance is the act of agreeing to an offer, plan, or invitation, or the process of being received into a group or society. It also refers to the willingness to tolerate a difficult situation or the state of being approved by others.
