Prejudice
| Definition: |
A preconceived judgment made without adequate evidence and not easily alterable by presentation of contrary evidence. |
| Notes: |
no qualif; coord IM with object of prejudice (IM) |
| Also Called: |
Ageism,Racism,Segregation,Sexism,Sex Discrimination,Social Discrimination |
Prejudice Definitions and Terms
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