prejudice
Translation
prejudice, bias
Examples
We must fight against racial prejudice.
We must fight against racial prejudice.
He has a prejudice against new technology.
He has a prejudice against new technology.
Grammar Patterns
((against sb./sth.)) an unfair feeling of dislike for a person or group He has a prejudice against foreigners.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bias, bigotry; Antonyms: impartiality, fairness
Etymology
From Latin 'prae-' (before) + 'judicium' (judgment). It literally means to 'judge before'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'pre-judge'. You are making a judgment about someone or something before you have all the facts.