bias
(noun, adjective, verb, adverb)
adverb
1. In a slanting manner; crosswise; obliquely; diagonally.
- to cut cloth bias
noun
1. a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation
Similar word(s): preconception, prejudice
Definition categories: thought, partiality, partisanship
2. a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric
Similar word(s): diagonal
Definition categories: shape
verb
1. influence in an unfair way
- you are biasing my choice by telling me yours
Definition categories: competition, prejudice, prepossess
2. cause to be biased
Similar word(s): predetermine
Definition categories: cognition, prejudice, prepossess
Sentences with bias as a verb:
- Our prejudices bias our views.