Biased or Biassed
Which Spelling is Correct?
Understanding the correct spelling of "Biased" and "Biassed". This is an adjective describing unfair prejudice or partiality.
❌ Biassed
This spelling is incorrect. "Biassed" is a misspelling of the word "biased."
Incorrect Examples:
- • The report was biassed
- • She had a biassed opinion
- • The judge was biassed
✅ Biased
This is the correct spelling. "Biased" is the proper English spelling.
Correct Examples:
- • The report was biased
- • She had a biased opinion
- • The judge was biased
Definition of Biased
Biased (adjective): Unfairly prejudiced in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another.
Biased (adjective): Showing an unfair preference or prejudice based on personal opinions or feelings.
Biased (adjective): Influenced by personal feelings, opinions, or prejudices rather than by facts or evidence.
Used to describe someone or something that shows unfair prejudice, favoritism, or partiality toward a particular person, group, or viewpoint.
Synonyms for Biased
- • Prejudiced
- • Partial
- • Unfair
- • One-sided
- • Slanted
- • Skewed
- • Influenced
- • Subjective
Notes:
- • "Biased" is the correct spelling in American English
- • The word comes from the noun "bias" + the suffix "-ed"
- • The pronunciation is /ˈbaɪəst/ (BY-uhst)
- • "Biassed" is a British English variant but "biased" is preferred
- • In modern usage, "biased" is the standard spelling in both American and British English
- • It's an adjective describing unfair prejudice or partiality
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why do people spell it "biassed"?
A: This spelling was historically used in British English, but "biased" is now the preferred spelling in both American and British English.
Q: Is "biassed" ever acceptable?
A: While "biassed" was once used in British English, "biased" is now the standard spelling in both American and British English.
Q: What's the difference between "biased" and "bias"?
A: "Bias" is a noun meaning prejudice or unfair preference, while "biased" is an adjective describing someone or something that shows bias.
Q: How do I remember the correct spelling?
A: Think of it as "bias" + "ed". The word comes from the noun "bias" with the "-ed" suffix added to make it an adjective.
Q: Is there a difference between American and British spelling?
A: Historically, "biassed" was used in British English, but "biased" is now the standard spelling in both American and British English.
Summary
Biased is the correct spelling of this word. The spelling "biassed" is outdated and should not be used.
Remember: Bias + ed = biased. The word comes from the noun "bias" with the "-ed" suffix added to form the adjective. This is now the standard spelling in both American and British English.