prejudgment

noun

Definition of prejudgmentnext
as in assumption
an attitude, belief, or impression formed in advance of actual experience of something the general public's prejudgment of the accused before the trial had even started

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  1. assumption
  2. theory
  3. prejudice
Noun
  • This archetype is essential in a world where assumptions often go unchallenged, stifling creativity and growth.
    Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Humans will glance at another human and make a broad assumption about the emotional state of that person by merely observing their face.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of assumption
Noun
  • The previous truth exists as a thorough rejection of modern economic theory promoted by individuals within the Keynesian, monetarist, and Austrian schools.
    John Tamny, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
  • One longtime, highly successful coach has a theory about what has helped McDermott evolve professionally.
    Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of theory
Noun
  • The prejudice would be that Big Sandy would take a priority lien interest over the rights of these other creditors without those creditors being given notice and an opportunity to be heard.
    Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Special counsel Jack Smith in November moved to dismiss the case without prejudice, citing department policy barring the prosecution of sitting presidents.
    Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of prejudice
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“Prejudgment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prejudgment. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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