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Meaning of prejudiced
Having a preconceived opinion or judgment, often based on incomplete or inaccurate information.
Etymology of prejudiced
The word "prejudiced" originates from the Latin words "prae" (before) and "judicium" (judgment), meaning a judgment or opinion formed before having all the facts.
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially with a neutral connotation, but later taking on a negative connotation, implying an unfair or unjust opinion.
Synonyms
biased
discriminatory
one-sided
unfair
partial
bigoted
intolerant
racist
sexist
homophobic
xenophobic
chauvinistic
dogmatic
close-minded
narrow-minded
illiberal
inflexible
obstinate
opinionated
prejudicial
partisan
sectarian
factional
fanatical
extremist
radical
militant
zealot
doctrinaire
hidebound
reactionary
ultraconservative
blinkered
myopic
parochial
provincial
insular
limited
restricted
constricted
cramped
narrow
petty
small-minded
unjust
inequitable
uneven
unbalanced
skewed
distorted
slanted
jaundiced
tainted
colored
warped
perverted
twisted.
Definitions
- Having or showing a preconceived opinion or judgment, often based on incomplete or inaccurate information
- Unwilling to consider other opinions or views
- Biased or prejudiced against a particular group or individual
Usage Examples
- The jury was prejudiced against the defendant due to the media coverage of the case.
- She was prejudiced against people from other cultures, having never traveled outside her hometown.
- The company was accused of being prejudiced in its hiring practices, favoring candidates from certain universities.
Antonyms
impartial
unbiased
fair
just
equitable
balanced
neutral
objective
open-minded
tolerant
liberal
flexible
receptive
perceptive
discerning
astute
wise
enlightened
broad-minded
cosmopolitan
sophisticated
urbane
cultured
refined
civilized
humane
kind
generous
magnanimous
tolerant
forgiving
merciful
lenient
moderate
temperate
restrained
composed
calm
dispassionate
unemotional
detached
aloof.