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bias
noun/ˈbaɪəs/Band 7
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“bias” is a Band 7 noun that means a tendency to favour or oppose something unfairly, affecting judgement. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
A tendency to favour or oppose something unfairly, affecting judgement.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “Readers accused the paper of political bias.”
- “Good journalism should be free of bias.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
prejudicepartialityslant
Antonyms
impartialityobjectivityneutrality
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
media biaspolitical biasshow biasunconscious bias
Common phrases
free from bias
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bias” mean?
A tendency to favour or oppose something unfairly, affecting judgement.
How do you use “bias” in a sentence?
For example: “Readers accused the paper of political bias.”
What are some synonyms for “bias”?
Synonyms include prejudice, partiality, slant.
Is “bias” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 7 vocabulary, and collocations such as media bias, political bias, show bias help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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