Objektiv
Example: Wir müssen bei der Bewertung stets objektiv bleiben.
Definition
"Objektiv" describes a state or quality of being unbiased, impartial, and based on facts rather than personal feelings or opinions. It is often used to emphasize fairness and neutrality in judgment or evaluation, as in the example phrase 'Wir müssen bei der Bewertung stets objektiv bleiben.'
Etymology
The word "objektiv" comes from the Latin 'objectivus,' meaning 'relating to an object.' It entered German through French 'objectif.' Originally linked to the notion of something existing independently of perception, it evolved to mean impartiality and fairness in assessments. Did you know that the term is also related to 'objective' lenses in cameras, highlighting the idea of seeing things as they truly are?
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"Objektiv" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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