Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

double-standard

noun

/ˈdʌb.əl ˈstændərd/

Definition

A rule or principle that is unfairly applied in different ways to different people or groups.

Examples

Many people criticize the politician for his double-standard on social issues.
There’s a clear double-standard when it comes to how wealth is treated in the legal system.
A double-standard often becomes evident in workplace policies that favor one group over another.

Meaning

Double-standard refers to a situation where someone is judged by stricter standards than others in similar circumstances, often highlighting hypocrisy and inconsistency in applying moral or ethical standards.