What is the meaning of preconception?

An opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence.
- usage: "he did not even try to confirm his preconceptions"
- synonyms: prepossession, parti pris, preconceived opinion, preconceived idea, preconceived notion
A partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation.
- synonyms: bias, prejudice

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