De objectiviteit
Example: De objectiviteit van de journalist is cruciaal voor betrouwbare verslaggeving.
Definition
"De objectiviteit" refers to the quality of being unbiased and impartial, especially in journalism, where it ensures that reports and stories are fair, balanced, and based on facts rather than personal opinions or emotions.
Etymology
The term "de objectiviteit" comes from the Dutch word 'objectief,' meaning 'objective,' combined with the suffix '-iteit,' which forms nouns indicating a quality or state. It traces back to the Latin 'objectum,' meaning 'something presented to the mind,' reflecting the idea of presenting facts as they are. Did you know? The emphasis on 'objectivity' in journalism grew significantly in the 20th century as the profession sought to establish credibility.
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"De objectiviteit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Journalism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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