Pronunciation

/preˈdʒeɪ.əns/

Definitions

Noun

1. Prejudice (noun): An unfair or unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially one that is based on stereotypes or preconceived ideas, often leading to discrimination or bias against a particular group.
   • Definition (formal): An adverse judgment or opinion formed beforehand, without proper grounds.
   • Definition (informal): A preconceived idea or bias that affects one’s thinking or actions.

Verb

1. Prejudge (verb): To form an opinion or make a decision about something or someone before having all the facts or without proper consideration.
   • Example: “People shouldn’t prejudge a book by its cover.”

Adjective

1. Prejudiced (adjective): Having or showing an unfair or one-sided opinion or attitude.
   • Example: “Her remarks were clearly prejudiced against people from different backgrounds.”

Phrases

• “Lack of prejudice” implies fairness and objectivity.
• “Unconscious prejudice” refers to biases that people may not be aware of.
• “Overcoming prejudice” is the act of overcoming one’s biases.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She was surprised by how little prejudice people held against her despite her unusual appearance.”
• Verb: “It’s important not to prejudge someone based on their past mistakes.”
• Adjective: “The company strives to create a prejudice-free workplace.”

Synonyms

• Bias
• Preconception
• Discrimination
• Prejudicial
• Biased
• Prejudiced thinking
• Prejudiced views

Antonyms

• Objective
• Fair-minded
• Unprejudiced
• unbiased
• Discrimination-free
• impartial