Meaning
Prejudice refers to a preconceived opinion or judgment about an individual or group that is not based on reason or actual experience, often leading to discrimination or bias against the targeted entity. It encompasses both positive and negative evaluation
💡 It is important to distinguish between prejudice and discrimination; while prejudice refers to attitudes, discrimination pertains to actions taken based on those attitudes.
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Common Phrases
racial prejudice
gender prejudice
implicit prejudice
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