Meaning & Definition of word "Prejudicial"

Prejudicial

/ˌprɛdʒʊˈdɪʃəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Causing harm or damage to someone's rights, reputation, or interests.
    • Example: The false accusations had a prejudicial effect on her career.
  • 2. Tending to create or promote prejudice.
    • Example: The study revealed that certain media portrayals can be prejudicial to public perception of minorities.
  • 3. Detrimental; harmful.
    • Example: Ignoring safety protocols may have prejudicial consequences for the workers.

Etymology

From Latin 'praejudicialis', meaning 'prejudging' or 'prejudicial'

Common Phrases and Expressions

prejudicial to one's health:

causing harm to one's physical well-being

prejudicial evidence:

information that may bias a court's decision

prejudicial treatment:

treatment that disadvantages certain individuals or groups

Related Words

prejudice:

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something.

discrimination:

Unjust treatment of different categories of people, often based on race, age, or gender.

Slang Meanings of prejudicial

Meaning: Not cool

Example Sentence: That decision was totally prejudicial to the team.

Meaning: Bad news

Example Sentence: His prejudicial attitude towards the project was bad news for collaboration.