even-handed

/ˌiːvn ˈhændɪd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌiːvn ˈhændɪd/ (ame, ipa)

even-handed — adjective

1. showing the same fairness to each person or side in a decision, argument, or com

1.形容詞C1
釋義

showing the same fairness to each person or side in a decision, argument, or competition, instead of favoring one over another

例句

The referee stayed even-handed when both teams argued over the late goal.

stay even-handed in a dispute

Lan tried to be even-handed, giving each child the same dessert.

be even-handed with children

同義詞
  • fair

    broader everyday word; does not always stress equal treatment of both sides

  • impartial

    more formal; often used for judges, referees, and official decisions

  • unbiased

    highlights the absence of personal prejudice or preference

  • balanced

    often stresses giving similar attention to each side in a report or discussion

反義詞
  • biased

    showing unfair support for one side

  • one-sided

    favoring one side and not giving the other equal weight

  • unfair

    general opposite; not just about treatment between sides

文法句型

be even-handed with + person/group

even-handed + noun

用法筆記

Often describes a person, decision, report, or style of treatment when two or more sides are involved. Common after 'be' and before nouns such as 'approach', 'decision', 'judge', and 'treatment'.

常見錯誤

❌The teacher was even-handed to both students.
✅The teacher was even-handed with both students.
💡'with' is the usual preposition when naming the people treated fairly.
❌The manager gave an even-handedly answer.
✅The manager gave an even-handed answer.
💡use the adjective 'even-handed' before a noun, not the adverb form.