Synonyms for

Prejudices

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

Definition

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

Synonyms & similar words

prepossess prejudice bias preconception bias preconception partiality intolerance discrimination bigotry racism sexism chauvinism narrow-mindedness dogmatism nepotism favoritism partisanship unfairness injustice inequality inequity unreasonableness stubbornness

Synonyms by register

Formal

bias predisposition preconception partiality

Informal

hang-ups fixed ideas tunnel vision

Literary

blind spots prepossessions

Antonyms

fairness impartiality objectivity open-mindedness tolerance acceptance

Common collocations

  • deep-seated prejudices
  • racial prejudices
  • gender prejudices
  • overcome prejudices
  • challenge prejudices
  • hold prejudices
  • fight prejudices
  • combat prejudices

Word family

noun prejudice
verb prejudice
adjective prejudiced

Usage note

The word 'prejudices' refers to preconceived opinions not based on reason or experience. It often carries a negative connotation, implying unfair bias.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher reminded us not to have prejudices against people who are different from us.
  2. She had to work hard to overcome her prejudices.
  3. Prejudices can prevent you from making new friends.
  4. It's important to recognize and challenge your own prejudices.
  5. We need to work together to eliminate prejudices in our society.

Quotes

  • 'We have to hate our prejudices more than we hate other people's prejudices.' -Unknown
  • 'Prejudices are the chains forged by ignorance to keep men apart.' -Marguerite Gardiner
  • 'Prejudices, it is well known, are most difficult to eradicate from the heart whose soil has never been loosened or fertilized by education; they grow there, firm as weeds among stones.' -Charlotte Bronte

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