Objectivity is a central
philosophical concept, related to
reality and
truth, which has been variously defined by sources. Generally, objectivity means the state or quality of being true even outside of a
subject's individual biases, interpretations, feelings, and imaginings. A proposition is generally considered objectively true (to have
objective truth) when its truth conditions are met without biases caused by feelings, ideas, opinions, etc., of a
sentient subject. A second, broader meaning of the term refers to the ability in any context to judge fairly, without partiality or external influence. This second meaning of
objectivity is sometimes used
synonymously with
neutrality.