Meaning & Definition of word "Prejudiced"

Prejudiced

/ˈprɛdʒ.ʊ.dɪst/

1. Having or showing a dislike or distrust that is derived from prejudice; biased.
- Example: His prejudiced views on gender roles prevented him from hiring qualified female candidates.
2. Characterized by preconceived opinions that are not based on reason or actual experience.
- Example: The film critically addressed the prejudiced attitudes towards immigrants in the city.
3. Having an irrational or unfounded attitude towards a group or individual.
- Example: She realized her prejudiced opinion about the new student was unfounded after getting to know him.

From the Latin 'praeiudicatus', past participle of 'praeiudicare', meaning 'to decide beforehand'.

prejudiced views:

Opinions formed based on preconceptions rather than facts.

prejudiced against:

Having a bias or negative opinion towards a specific group or idea.

prejudice:

A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

bias:

A disproportionate weight in favor of or against an idea or thing, usually in a way considered to be unfair.

Meaning: Closed-minded

Example Sentence: He's so closed-minded, he's definitely prejudiced.

Meaning: Color-blind (ironically)

Example Sentence: Saying you’re color-blind when you’re really prejudiced just doesn’t cut it.