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partisanship

/ˌpɑːrtɪˈzænʃɪp/ noun · British & US
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What does partisanship mean?

noun

The state of being strongly attached to a particular party, cause, or group, often leading to biased or unfair behavior. Partisanship can also refer to the tendency to favor one's own group or ideology over others.

Example

"The politician's partisanship was criticized for hindering the passage of the bill."

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