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Definitions for preconception
ˌpri kənˈsɛp ʃənpre·con·cep·tion

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. preconception, prepossession, parti pris, preconceived opinion, preconceived idea, preconceived notionnoun

    an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence

    "he did not even try to confirm his preconceptions"

  2. bias, prejudice, preconceptionnoun

    a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

Wiktionary

  1. preconceptionnoun

    An opinion formed before obtaining adequate evidence, especially as the result of bias or prejudice.

  2. preconceptionnoun

    A prejudice that prevents rational consideration of an issue.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary

  1. Preconceptionnoun

    Opinion previously formed.

    Etymology: præ and conception.

    Custom with most men prevails more than truth, according to the notions and preconceptions, which it hath formed in our minds, we shape the discourse of reason itself. George Hakewill.

ChatGPT

  1. preconception

    Preconception is a pre-existing belief, opinion, or idea formed before obtaining full or adequate knowledge, typically based on stereotypes, biases or assumptions. It can influence one's perception, interpretation, or judgement of situations, people or things. Preconceptions can often disregard new or contradicting information.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Preconceptionnoun

    the act of preconceiving; conception or opinion previously formed

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of preconception in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of preconception in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of preconception in a Sentence

  1. Laxmi Mehta:

    Involvement of the cardio-obstetrics team from preconception to postpartum care is critical because these experts working together can help identify ways to prevent maternal morbidity and mortality.

  2. unknown:

    Nothing you become will disappoint me; I have no preconception that I'd like to see you be or do. I have no desire to foresee you, only to discover you. You can't disappoint me.

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