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Definition of Preconception
1. Noun. An opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence. "He did not even try to confirm his preconceptions"
Generic synonyms: Opinion, Persuasion, Sentiment, Thought, View
Derivative terms: Preconceive, Prepossess
2. Noun. A partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation.
Specialized synonyms: Taboo, Tabu, Irrational Hostility, Experimenter Bias, Homophobia, Islamophobia, Racism, Tendentiousness
Generic synonyms: Partiality, Partisanship
Derivative terms: Bias, Bias, Prejudice, Prejudice, Prejudicial, Prejudicious
Definition of Preconception
1. n. The act of preconceiving; conception or opinion previously formed.
Definition of Preconception
1. Noun. An opinion formed before obtaining adequate evidence, especially as the result of bias or prejudice. ¹
2. Noun. A prejudice that prevents rational consideration of an issue. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Preconception
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Preconception
Literary usage of Preconception
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Constitution and Government of the State of New York: An Appraisal by New York (State). (1915)
"... DUTIES AND LIMITATIONS OF OFFICERS Need for preconception of Structural Plan
In laying the foundation for a government, there must be some preconception ..."
2. An exposition of the Creed by John Pearson (1857)
"Those bodies which do act without understanding or preconception of what they
do, as the sun and fire give light and heat, work always to t ; ti Sf тЪ ..."
3. Economic Aspects of Diabetes: Selected Annotations by DIANE Publishing Company (1993)
"Researchers categorized the economic ramifications as the costs of preconception
and prenatal care for diabetic women and the savings that result from lower ..."
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