Preconception Definition
prēkən-sĕpshən
preconceptions
noun
preconceptions
The act of preconceiving.
Webster's New World
An opinion or conception formed in advance of adequate knowledge or experience, especially a prejudice or bias.
American Heritage
A preconceived idea or opinion.
Webster's New World
Bias.
Webster's New World
A prejudice that prevents rational consideration of an issue.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
- prejudice
- bias
- preconceived notion
- preconceived idea
- preconceived opinion
- parti-pris
- prepossession
- predecision
- preconclusion
- presumption
- prejudication
- prejudgment
- predilection
- nation
- mindset
Antonyms:
Other Word Forms of Preconception
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preconception
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