prejudicially
prejudicially Lexical Profile
prejudicially Game Scores & Validity
• adverb
In a manner that is harmful, detrimental, or damaging to someone's legal rights, reputation, or interests.
"The defense attorney argued that the leaked documents would prejudicially affect the jury's ability to reach an impartial verdict."
In a manner influenced by preconceived bias, partiality, or unfair judgment.
"The review panel was accused of acting prejudicially toward applicants from smaller institutions."
Word Nuance & Usage
In legal and formal contexts, "prejudicially" usually means in a way that causes harm or detriment to someone's rights or interests, rather than merely acting out of personal bigotry.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in Middle English from the adjective "prejudicial" and the adverbial suffix "-ly", ultimately tracing back to the Latin "praeiudicialis", from "prae-" (before) and "iudicium" (judgment).