even-handed
adjectiveUK /ˌiː.vənˈhæn.dɪd/
US /ˌiː.vənˈhæn.dɪd/
Treating everyone in a fair and equal way.
The teacher was even-handed and gave every student the same chance to speak.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Not favoring one side over another in a disagreement or contest.
The referee stayed even-handed even when the crowd shouted for their team.
3. Balanced and calm in the way one deals with people.
Her even-handed manner helped the two friends settle their argument.
4. Showing no special treatment based on friendship, money, or power.
An even-handed judge listens to both sides before deciding.