Synonyms for

Prejudice

Verb / ˈpredʒʌdɪs / Another word for prejudice — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Prejudice is an unreasonable dislike or distrust of a person or group based on their race, religion, nationality, or other characteristics.

Synonyms & similar words

prepossess preconception bias bias discrimination intolerance racism sexism bigotry chauvinism narrow-mindedness partisanship preconception preference prejudgment prepossession sectarianism favoritism partiality predisposition unfairness animosity aversion

Synonyms by register

Formal

bias partiality discrimination injustice

Informal

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Literary

predisposition preconception fixed idea

Antonyms

fairness impartiality objectivity tolerance open-mindedness acceptance equality

Common collocations

  • racial prejudice
  • religious prejudice
  • deep-seated prejudice
  • prejudice against
  • overcome prejudice
  • blind prejudice
  • prejudice and discrimination

Word family

noun prejudice
verb prejudice
adjective prejudiced

Usage note

Prejudice refers to a preconceived opinion not based on reason or actual experience, often negative. It is important to distinguish between prejudice (attitude) and discrimination (action).

Example sentences

  1. People who have prejudice against others just because they are different are not being kind.
  2. We should all try to treat everyone equally and not let our prejudice get in the way.
  3. Prejudice can cause a lot of problems in the world.
  4. It is important to learn about different cultures so that we do not have prejudice against them.
  5. We should judge people based on their actions, not on their appearance or background.

Quotes

  • Prejudice is a burden that confuses the past, threatens the future and renders the present inaccessible. - Maya Angelou
  • Prejudice is a learned trait. You're not born prejudiced; you're taught it. - Charles R. Swindoll
  • Prejudice, not being founded in reason, cannot be removed by argument. - Samuel Johnson

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