Prejudiced

What Does "Prejudiced" Mean?

Prejudiced is an adjective that describes a person who has formed an unfair opinion or judgment about someone or something without knowing all the facts. These opinions are often based on stereotypes, assumptions, or personal bias rather than evidence or experience.

A prejudiced person may treat others unfairly because of their race, religion, gender, nationality, age, appearance, or other characteristics.

Simple Definition

Prejudiced means having unfair or biased opinions about others before knowing the truth.

Pronunciation

Prejudiced: /ˈprɛdʒədɪst/

Pronunciation (Simple): PREJ-uh-dist

Meaning in Hindi

The Hindi meanings of prejudiced include:

• पूर्वाग्रही
• पक्षपाती
• भेदभावपूर्ण
• पूर्वधारणा रखने वाला

Hindi Explanation

पूर्वाग्रही व्यक्ति वह होता है जो बिना पूरी जानकारी के किसी व्यक्ति या समूह के बारे में पहले से ही अच्छा या बुरा मत बना लेता है।

Origin of the Word

The word prejudiced comes from the noun prejudice, which originated from the Latin word praejudicium.

• Latin:praejudicium
• Meaning: "Judgment made beforehand"
• English Usage: Around the 14th–15th century

The adjective prejudiced developed later to describe someone who possesses prejudice.

Part of Speech

Adjective

Example:

• She is prejudiced against people from different cultures.

Examples in Sentences

1. He is prejudiced against people from different religions.
2. We should never be prejudiced based on someone's appearance.
3. The manager was accused of being prejudiced during the hiring process.
4. Education helps reduce prejudiced attitudes.
5. A fair person listens before making judgments instead of being prejudiced.
6. Children are not born prejudiced; they often learn prejudice from society.
7. Being prejudiced can damage relationships.
8. The teacher encouraged students not to be prejudiced toward anyone.

Synonyms

• Biased
• Discriminatory
• Intolerant
• Bigoted
• Partial
• One-sided
• Unfair
• Narrow-minded
• Opinionated
• Closed-minded

Antonyms

• Fair
• Impartial
• Unbiased
• Open-minded
• Tolerant
• Accepting
• Objective
• Just
• Neutral
• Equal-minded

Common Uses of "Prejudiced"

The word is commonly used when talking about:

• Racism
• Gender discrimination
• Religious intolerance
• Social inequality
• Workplace bias
• School bullying
• Cultural differences
• Legal fairness
• Human rights
• Equality and inclusion

Common Collocations

• Prejudiced against
• Highly prejudiced
• Deeply prejudiced
• Prejudiced attitude
• Prejudiced behavior
• Prejudiced views
• Prejudiced opinions
• Prejudiced society
• Prejudiced thinking
• Prejudiced remarks

Difference Between "Prejudice" and "Prejudiced"

Examples:

• His prejudice affected his decisions.
• He was prejudiced against immigrants.

Why Being Prejudiced Is Harmful

Being prejudiced can:

• Create discrimination.
• Hurt people's feelings.
• Lead to unfair treatment.
• Damage relationships.
• Increase conflicts.
• Prevent understanding between communities.
• Reduce equality and fairness.

How to Avoid Being Prejudiced

• Learn about different cultures.
• Listen before judging.
• Question stereotypes.
• Treat everyone equally.
• Respect differences.
• Keep an open mind.
• Base opinions on facts rather than assumptions.

Practice Sentences

• Don't be prejudiced against someone because of their appearance.
• A good leader should never be prejudiced.
• Society becomes stronger when people reject prejudiced thinking.
• We should respect every individual regardless of their background.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is prejudiced a negative word?

Yes. It usually describes unfair or biased attitudes toward people or groups.

Can someone be prejudiced without realizing it?

Yes. People can hold unconscious biases that influence their thoughts or actions without being aware of them.

What is the opposite of prejudiced?

The opposite is open-minded, fair, impartial, or unbiased.

Conclusion

The word prejudiced refers to having unfair opinions or biases about people before knowing the facts. It often leads to discrimination and unfair treatment. Developing empathy, learning about others, and judging people based on their actions rather than stereotypes can help reduce prejudice and build a more respectful and inclusive society.