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disinterestedness

[/dɪsˈɪntrəstɪdnəs/]
noun
desinteresse
1. The quality of being free from bias, prejudice, or selfish motives; impartiality and objectivity
The judge's disinterestedness ensured a fair trial for both parties.
O desinteresse do juiz garantiu um julgamento justo para ambas as partes.
2. Lack of personal interest or concern; indifference or detachment
His disinterestedness in the project was evident from his lack of participation.
Seu desinteresse no projeto era evidente pela falta de participação.
Synonyms
impartialityobjectivityneutralityfairnessunbiasednessdetachmentindifference
Antonyms
biasprejudicepartialityself-interestfavoritisminterestconcern

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desinteresse
most common translation
São Paulo
imparcialidade
used when emphasizing fairness aspect
Portugal
desinteresse
standard usage, may also use 'imparcialidade'

Related Idioms & Phrases

act with disinterestedness
disinterestedness in favor of justice
demonstrate disinterestedness
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