egyoldalúság

egyoldalúság is a Hungarian term meaning "bias" or "one‑sidedness". It refers to a tendency to approach a topic, argument, or decision from a single perspective, often neglecting alternative viewpoints. The word combines egy (one) with oldalas (side), and the suffix –úság forms a noun indicating the state or quality of being one‑sided.

In everyday usage, egyoldalúság describes situations where information is presented selectively to support a preferred conclusion. In journalism, it can refer to uneven reporting that omits significant opposing evidence. In politics, the term is frequently used to criticize campaigns or public statements that fail to acknowledge dissenting opinions. In academic research, egyoldalúság is associated with methodological bias, such as sample selection bias or confirmation bias, that compromises the validity of conclusions.

The concept parallels terms in other languages: English bias, German „seiteneigenschaft“, Spanish “parcialidad”. Hungarian scholars study egyoldalúság within the broader field of Érzelmi intellektualizmus (emotional intellectualism) and argumentation theory. Measures to counter egyoldalúság include balanced sourcing, peer review, and structured debate formats.

Despite the negative connotation, recognising egyoldalúság can be a first step toward more objective analysis. By explicitly identifying gaps in perspective, individuals and institutions can pursue more comprehensive evidence and foster more nuanced discourse.