preconceptions

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Definitions

noun

An opinion formed before obtaining adequate evidence, especially as the result of bias or prejudice.
A prejudice that prevents rational consideration of an issue.

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Synonyms

parti pris prepossession preconceived idea preconceived notion preconceived opinion assumptions biases conceptions designs misconceptions myths prejudgements prejudices stereotypes preconceived presuppositions

Rhymes

perceptions deceptions conceptions misperceptions interceptions receptions exceptions misconceptions

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