Prejudice
Prejudice
Prejudice (/ˈprɛdʒʊdɪs/) is a preconceived opinion or bias, often based on irrational feelings, attitudes, or stereotypes towards certain individuals or groups. The term is derived from the Latin word "praejudicium", which means 'prejudgment'.
Etymology
The term "prejudice" is derived from the Latin "praejudicium". "Prae" means 'before' and "judicium" means 'judgment', implying forming an opinion before becoming aware of the relevant facts of a case.
Types of Prejudice
Prejudice can manifest in various forms, including but not limited to:
- Racial Prejudice: Preconceived opinions or biases towards individuals or groups based on their race.
- Sexual Prejudice: Prejudice directed at people because of their sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
- Religious Prejudice: Prejudice directed at individuals or groups based on their religious beliefs or practices.
- Age Prejudice: Prejudice directed at individuals or groups based on their age.
Related Terms
- Discrimination: The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
- Stereotype: A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
- Bias: Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
- Racism: Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prejudice
- Wikipedia's article - Prejudice
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