O viés
Example: O viés da pesquisa influenciou os resultados finais.
Definition
"O viés" refers to a tendency or inclination that affects judgment or results, often leading to partiality or distortion. In the example phrase, it describes how the bias in the research influenced the final outcomes, demonstrating an impact on objectivity.
Etymology
The term "o viés" in Portuguese originates from the French word 'biais,' meaning 'slant' or 'oblique direction.' It entered Portuguese to describe a figurative slant or distortion in perspective or data, similar to how a physical slant changes a direct line.
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