Objectief
Example: Het is belangrijk om altijd objectief te blijven tijdens een discussie.
Definition
"Objectief" as an adjective describes the quality of being impartial and not influenced by personal feelings or opinions. It refers to considering facts and evidence fairly, as in the phrase, 'It is important to always remain objective during a discussion.'
Etymology
The word "objectief" comes from the Latin 'objectivus,' meaning 'presented to the mind.' It entered Dutch through French, where 'objectif' means the same. Originally linked to the idea of an object being presented, it evolved to describe impartiality in judgment. Did you know? The term is also used in optics to refer to a lens, showing its broad application.
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"Objectief" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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