Definition of Prejudice
Prejudice
prej·u·dice
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a view or opinion that one holds before having knowledge of or experience with the person/thing/entity, leading to bias and/or hostility;
e.g. He held a prejudice against people from that region because they were said to be mean and violent.
(noun)
in legal usage, harm, damage, or injury that occurs as a result of a person's judgement or actions without considering others' rights;
e.g. These crimes were committed as prejudice from the delay in court proceedings.
(verb)
to cause someone to become biased by introducing them to preconceived views or opinions;
e.g. I hope his words will not prejudice you and influence your decision.
(verb)
in legal usage, to cause harm, damage, or injury to something or someone as a result of some action or judgement;
e.g. Your actions are likely to prejudice the safety of this location.
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