What Does Subjective Mean?

Subjectivity is a type of thinking, judgment and experience people can have that is not connected with factual data. For instance, while the texture that a chair is made out of is the same to everyone, whether or not the chair is comfortable is subjective. Understanding the difference between subjectivity and objectivity can aid in critical thinking.

Opinion

That which is subjective is part of an individual's opinion. Subjective opinions tend to vary from one person to another.

Unsubstantiated

That which is subjective has not been proven. If an idea is proven, that idea can no longer be considered subjective and is instead factual.

Senses

Senses are not exactly the same to all people. Part of the reason why people prefer different tastes is because food might taste one way to one person and another way to another. Colors might also be slightly different to each individual. Senses are subjective.

Interpretation

Interpretation is an individual's conception of a sensory experience. Individuals who read the same piece of literature might disagree over the meaning of this literature.

Objectivity

Objectivity is often seen as the opposite of subjectivity. That which is objective tries to find truth that is common among all people.

References

• Subjectivity Definition
• Interpretation
• Subjectivity Objectivity