fair-minded
|fair-mind-ed|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈfɛrˌmaɪndɪd/
🇬🇧
/ˈfeəˌmaɪndɪd/
impartial and just
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fair-minded' originates from the combination of 'fair,' meaning 'just or impartial,' and 'minded,' meaning 'having a particular mindset or attitude.'
Historical Evolution
'Fair' comes from Old English 'fæger,' meaning 'beautiful or pleasant,' and 'minded' from Old English 'mynd,' meaning 'mind or thought.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'fair' meant 'beautiful or pleasant,' but over time it evolved to mean 'just or impartial' in the context of 'fair-minded.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an impartial and just attitude; not biased or prejudiced.
The judge was known for being fair-minded in all her rulings.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45