prejudice

prejudice definitions

noun
  • An adverse judgment or opinion formed beforehand or without knowledge of the facts. 

  • A preconception, any preconceived opinion or feeling, whether positive or negative. 

  • An irrational hostile attitude, fear or hatred towards a particular group, race or religion. 

verb
  • To have a negative impact on (someone's position, chances etc.). 

  • To cause prejudice in; to bias the mind of.