preconception

noun

pre·​con·​cep·​tion ˌprē-kən-ˈsep-shən How to pronounce preconception (audio)
1
: a preconceived idea
2

Examples of preconception in a Sentence

I came to the lecture without any preconceptions. tried to go into the training sessions without any preconceptions
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Modern preconceptions, though, can be based on harmful ideologies. Elizabeth Carlen, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024 The new leader as an individual Questions may concern professional profile, or personal hopes, dreams, rumors, preconceptions, concerns, etc. George Bradt, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024 Yes, tarot card readings can indeed be the driving force of movies like the summer horror hit Tarot, and some people may want to associate them with the scary preconceptions that accompany Ouija boards. Tim Lammers, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024 These questions need to be asked in a variety of ways to determine if the potential jurors have any strong feelings or preconceptions resulting from the negative media coverage of Madigan and all of the related criminal cases covered by the news media. Brett Rowland | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for preconception 

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of preconception was in 1625

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“Preconception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preconception. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

preconception

adjective
pre·​con·​cep·​tion -kən-ˈsep-shən How to pronounce preconception (audio)
: occurring prior to conception
preconception genetic counseling

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