Word
prejudiced
Phoneticsprej·u·diced, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈpɹɛdʒədəst/
UK/pɹˈɛdʒuːdɪst/
Definitions
01biased against a group
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. having an unfair opinion or feeling about someone before you know them, often because of their race or background.
adj. holding preconceived, typically hostile or unfavourable, opinions about a person or group based on their identity rather than merit.
“The judge was removed from the case because he was prejudiced against the defendant.”
“The study revealed that many employers remained unconsciously prejudiced against candidates with non-traditional educational backgrounds despite diversity training.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'against' when specifying the target of the bias.
Pitfall
He is prejudice against foreigners.
He is prejudiced against foreigners.
Use the adjective form 'prejudiced' (with -ed) to describe a person's attitude. 'Prejudice' is the noun.
Synonyms
02harmful to rights
C1 · Advanced Law Formal · Technical
adj. causing harm to someone's legal rights or a situation.
adj. detrimental or damaging to a person's legal rights, interests, or a specific outcome.
“The delay in the trial was prejudiced to the victim's chance for a fair result.”
“The court ruled that the premature release of the evidence was deeply prejudiced to the defendant's right to a fair trial.”
Usage
Often appears in the phrase 'prejudiced to' or 'prejudiced against' one's interests.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Real-World Examples
“The people perpetrating these microaggressions may be completely unaware that they hold a prejudiced view.” “The title Karens Going Wild refers to a popular meme, "Karen" , seen as an entitled or demanding person, typically a white woman, who often expresses racist or prejudiced views.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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