prejudice

/ˈprɛdʒədɪs/

noun

Önyargı, ön yargı

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something, not based on reason or actual experience.

  • Racial prejudice remains a serious problem in many societies.
  • She tried to judge the case without prejudice.
  • His prejudice against modern art prevented him from enjoying the exhibit.
  • Implicit prejudice can influence hiring decisions even when employers consciously endorse principles of equal opportunity and fairness.
  • The study examined how media representations perpetuate prejudice by associating certain demographic groups with negative stereotypes.
  • Overcoming prejudice in academic disciplines requires confronting historical biases and promoting diverse perspectives in research and teaching.
verb

Önyargılı yapmak, zarar vermek

To cause someone to have a biased opinion; to harm or undermine something.

  • The negative publicity prejudiced potential customers against the company.
  • Don't let one bad experience prejudice your view of the entire city.
  • His criminal record may prejudice his chances of getting the job.