Definition of fairness Fairness

/fɛˈɹnʌs/ - [fernus] - fair•ness

We found 7 definitions of fairness from 4 different sources.

What does fairness mean?

Noun Plural: fairnesses
fairness - conformity with rules or standards; "the judge recognized the fairness of my claim"
		equity
		inequity, unfairness injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards
		justness, justice conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety; "it was performed with justness and beauty"
		non-discrimination fairness in treating people without prejudice
fairness - ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty
		fair-mindedness, candor, candour
		impartiality, nonpartisanship an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally
fairness - the quality of being good looking and attractive
		comeliness, loveliness, beauteousness
		beauty the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
fairness - the property of having a naturally light complexion
		paleness, blondness
		skin color, skin colour, complexion (obsolete) a combination of elements (of dryness and warmth or of the four humors) that was once believed to determine a person's health and temperament