puolueellinen

Puolueellinen is a Finnish adjective meaning partisan, biased, or party-affiliated. Etymologically it derives from puolue (party) with the adjectival suffix -ellinen, and it is used to describe persons, institutions, statements or actions that favor a particular political party or viewpoint.

In political contexts, puolueellinen commonly refers to politicians, civil servants or organizations that act in accordance with a party line rather than neutral public interest. In media and journalism it denotes reporting or commentary that lacks impartiality, favoring certain actors or agendas. The term is also used more broadly to indicate any form of partiality or lack of objectivity.

Antonyms and related terms include puolueton (non-partisan, independent) and puolueettomuus (impartiality, neutrality). Translations into English typically include partisan, biased, or partial; the precise equivalent depends on context. Usage can carry normative implications—labeling an actor puolueellinen often critiques their credibility, fairness or commitment to professional standards.

Cultural and legal norms shape how seriously the charge of puolueellinen is taken: many democratic systems and professional codes emphasize puolueettomuus in public administration, judiciary, and journalism. In everyday language, the word is widely understood and employed in political debate, media criticism and discussions about institutional integrity.