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Definition of preconception

preconception

/ˌpriːkənˈsɛpʃən/
pre · con · cep · tion
Plural:preconceptions
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Adjective:preconceived
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• noun

1

An opinion, belief, or assumption formed in advance of having adequate knowledge or direct experience.

Example

"The documentary challenged many common preconceptions about life in remote Arctic communities."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 17th century from the prefix 'pre-' ('before') and 'conception' (from Latin 'conceptio', derived from 'concipere' meaning 'to take in and hold' or 'to form in the mind').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Preconception. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/preconception
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