fairness

[ fair-nis ]

noun

1. the state, condition, or quality of being fair, or free from bias or injustice; evenhandedness:

   I have to admit, in all fairness, that she would only be paid for part of the work.

2. the quality of being light of hair or complexion:

   Due to the fairness of her skin, she had to wear extra sunscreen even in the winter.

   One of the traits that he got from his father was the fairness of his hair.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fairness¹

fair ¹ + -ness

Example Sentences

"We have a responsibility to advocate for safety and fairness at every level in the sporting system, from grassroots to elite," the spokesperson added.

From BBC

The definitions of "anti-Christian bias" throughout appears very much to be outrage that conservative Christians are expected to treat people who believe differently with fairness and decency.

From Salon

Tony O'Reilly from Disabled People Against Cuts Northern Ireland said his group would continue to campaign to protect "human dignity and fairness".

From BBC

"I would like to quote what you said last time, that there's nothing that's more important to this court than due process rights and fundamental fairness," Khalil said.

From Salon

"I would like to quote what you said last time that there's nothing that's more important to this court than due process rights and fundamental fairness," Mr Khalil said in court.

From BBC

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• decency
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• integrity
• legitimacy
• moderation
• propriety
• rationality
• righteousness
• suitability
• tolerance
• truth
• veracity