Meaning of the word partisanship in English

What does partisanship mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

partisanship

US /ˈpɑːr.t̬ə.zən.ʃɪp/
UK /ˌpɑː.tɪˈzæn.ʃɪp/

Noun

prejudice in favor of a particular cause; bias

Example:
The debate was marred by excessive political partisanship.
She criticized the media for its blatant partisanship.