Online English Vocabulary Flashcards for Prejudice and Bias Words

bias (noun) /ˈbʌɪəs/
Definition: A tendency to prefer or believe in something in a partial way, often influenced by one's own experiences or beliefs.
Example Sentence: "The news report was criticized for its bias towards a particular political party."
Synonyms: bigotry; favoritism; inclination; leaning; partiality; partisanship
Opposite Meaning: neutrality

bigot (noun) /ˈbɪɡət/
Definition: A person who holds prejudiced views towards people who belong to a particular group, such as a different race, religion, or cultural background.
Example Sentence: "He was a bigot who had no tolerance for people of different religions."
Synonyms: chauvinist; dogmatist; extremist; fanatic; homophobe; intolerant
Opposite Meaning: tolerant

blinkered (adjective) /ˈblɪŋkəd/
Definition: Having a narrow or limited perspective or outlook on a situation, and an unwillingness to consider other points of view or alternative options.
Example Sentence: "The blinkered journalist only reported on one side of the story."
Synonyms: biased; bigoted; constricted; discriminatory; dogmatic; inflexible
Opposite Meaning: open-minded

categorical (adjective) /ˌkatɪˈɡɒrɪkl/
Definition: Absolute, unconditional, or explicit, often leaving no room for doubt, ambiguity, or exception.
Example Sentence: "The CEO issued a categorical denial of any wrongdoing by the company."
Synonyms: absolute; certain; decisive; definite; emphatic; explicit
Opposite Meaning: conditional

chauvinism (noun) /ˈʃoʊ vəˌnɪz əm/
Definition: A strong and often excessive belief in the superiority or dominance of one's own gender, nationality, or group, coupled with a biased or prejudiced attitude towards others.
Example Sentence: "The political leader's nationalistic chauvinism fueled tensions and hostility towards other countries."
Synonyms: bias; bigotry; discrimination; ethnocentrism; intolerance; jingoism
Opposite Meaning: egalitarianism

chauvinist (noun) /ˈʃəʊvɪnɪst/
Definition: A person displaying excessive or prejudiced belief in the superiority or dominance of their own cause or group.
Example Sentence: "The chauvinist saw no merit in other cultures' traditions."
Synonyms: bigot; jingoist; nationalist; nativist; partisan; superpatriot
Opposite Meaning: egalitarian

chauvinistic (adjective) /ˌʃoʊ vəˈnɪs tɪk/
Definition: Excessive and biased loyalty, superiority, or prejudice towards a particular gender, nationality, or group.
Example Sentence: "The professor was known for his chauvinistic views, often dismissing the contributions of minority groups."
Synonyms: biased; bigoted; chauvinist; discriminatory; ethnocentric; intolerant
Opposite Meaning: unbiased

cronyism (noun) /ˈkrəʊnɪɪz(ə)m/
Definition: The practice of showing favoritism to friends, family members, or associates in business or political contexts.
Example Sentence: "He was accused of cronyism for appointing his friends to high-level positions."
Synonyms: bias; camaraderie; chauvinism; chumminess; clannishness; cliqueism
Opposite Meaning: meritocracy

dogmatic (adjective) /dɒɡˈmatɪk/
Definition: Strict adherence to a set of beliefs or doctrines, often without considering other possibilities or alternatives.
Example Sentence: "The dogmatic teacher would not allow any deviation from the curriculum."
Synonyms: arrogant; authoritarian; bullheaded; doctrinaire; dogged; domineering
Opposite Meaning: open-minded

envious (adjective) /ˈɛn vi əs/
Definition: Characterized by a strong desire to possess or achieve something that someone else has.
Example Sentence: "The envious neighbor always found a reason to criticize the success of others in the community."
Synonyms: begrudging; covetous; desirous; discontented; grudging; jealous
Opposite Meaning: content

envy (noun) /ˈɛn vi/
Definition: A feeling of discontent, resentment, or longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or achievements.
Example Sentence: "She felt a pang of envy as she watched her peers receive awards and accolades."
Synonyms: bitterness; covetousness; desire; discontent; grudge; jealousy
Opposite Meaning: contentment

ethnocentrism (noun) /ˌɛθ noʊˈsɛn trɪz əm/
Definition: The tendency or belief that one's own cultural group or ethnic background is superior or more significant than others.
Example Sentence: "Ethnocentrism can hinder cross-cultural collaboration and cooperation."
Synonyms: bias; bigotry; chauvinism; exclusivism; insularity; intolerance
Opposite Meaning: multiculturalism

habitual (adjective) /həˈbɪtʃʊəl/
Definition: Done or occurring regularly, repeatedly, or as a matter of habit.
Example Sentence: "Her habitual lateness was starting to cause problems at work."
Synonyms: accustomed; fixed; inveterate; natural; normal; regular
Opposite Meaning: sporadic

impartial (adjective) /ɪmˈpɑːʃl/
Definition: Characterized by fairness, objectivity, and lack of bias or favoritism.
Example Sentence: "The umpire was praised for his impartial handling of the game."
Synonyms: detached; dispassionate; equitable; evenhanded; fair; just
Opposite Meaning: biased

inequality (noun) /ˌɪn ɪˈkwɒl ɪ ti/
Definition: The state or condition of being unequal or lacking fairness in the distribution of resources, opportunities, rights, or privileges among individuals or groups within a society.
Example Sentence: "The widening income inequality is a growing concern for policymakers."
Synonyms: bias; discrimination; disparity; disproportion; division; gap
Opposite Meaning: equality

marginalize (verb) /ˈmɑːdʒɪnəlʌɪz/
Definition: To push a group or individual to the edge of society, often by denying them access to resources, power, or opportunities.
Example Sentence: "The healthcare system continues to marginalize low-income families."
Synonyms: devalue; dismiss; downplay; exclude; ignore; ostracize
Opposite Meaning: integrate

marginalized (adjective) /ˈmɑr dʒə nlˌaɪzd/
Definition: Pushed to the fringes or periphery of society, often due to various factors such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, or other forms of discrimination.
Example Sentence: "Indigenous communities have historically been marginalized and excluded from decision-making processes."
Synonyms: alienated; disadvantaged; disempowered; disenfranchised; disregarded; excluded
Opposite Meaning: included

misandrist (adjective) /mɪˈsandrɪst/
Definition: Characterized by a strong aversion, prejudice, or hostility towards men.
Example Sentence: "Her misandrist views made it difficult for her to maintain healthy relationships."
Synonyms: antagonistic; antipathetic; aversive; biased; bigoted; chauvinistic
Opposite Meaning: philandrist

misogynist (adjective) /mɪˈsɒdʒɪnɪst/
Definition: Characterized by a strong aversion, prejudice, or hostility towards women.
Example Sentence: "The public figure's misogynist outbursts led to a significant decline in his popularity."
Synonyms: androcentric; antifeminist; antiwoman; biased; bigot; chauvinist
Opposite Meaning: philogynist

notion (noun) /ˈnəʊʃn/
Definition: A general idea or belief about something, often based on limited evidence or understanding.
Example Sentence: "The notion of traveling to the moon was once considered impossible."
Synonyms: concept; judgment; opinion; perception; sentiment; suggestion
Opposite Meaning: certainty

objectify (verb) /əbˈdʒɛktɪfʌɪ/
Definition: To treat a person or group of people as if they are objects, rather than as individuals with their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Example Sentence: "The artist aimed to objectify the beauty of the female form in his paintings."
Synonyms: embody; exemplify; externalize; fetishize; illustrate; personify
Opposite Meaning: personify

parochial (adjective) /pəˈroʊkiəl/
Definition: Having a narrow-minded or limited perspective that is often associated with a particular locality or community.
Example Sentence: "Her parochial education limited her perspective on the world."
Synonyms: biased; conservative; insular; limited; local; localized
Opposite Meaning: cosmopolitan

prejudice (noun) /ˈprɛdʒ ə dɪs/
Definition: A preconceived opinion or judgment about a person, group, or situation that is formed without sufficient knowledge, experience, or rational consideration.
Example Sentence: "Prejudice often stems from fear and ignorance."
Synonyms: animosity; bias; bigotry; discrimination; injustice; intolerance
Opposite Meaning: impartiality

premise (noun) /ˈprɛmɪs/
Definition: A statement or assumption that forms the basis or foundation for an argument, theory, or line of reasoning.
Example Sentence: "The entire debate fell apart when they discovered a flaw in the premise."
Synonyms: argument; assertion; hypothesis; postulate; postulation; presupposition
Opposite Meaning: conclusion

presupposition (noun) /ˌpriːsʌpəˈzɪʃ(ə)n/
Definition: An implicit assumption or belief that underlies a statement, argument, or conversation.
Example Sentence: "The conversation was built on the presupposition that both parties were familiar with the topic."
Synonyms: assumption; belief; conjecture; hypothesis; postulation; preconception
Opposite Meaning: disproof

putative (adjective) /ˈpjuːtətɪv/
Definition: Generally considered or believed to be true or accurate, but has not been proven or confirmed.
Example Sentence: "The putative benefits of the new diet plan were unproven by scientific research."
Synonyms: alleged; apparent; assumed; imputed; presumed; presumptive
Opposite Meaning: disproven

racist (adjective) /ˈreɪsɪst/
Definition: Discriminating against, marginalizing, or negatively judging individuals or groups based on their race or ethnicity.
Example Sentence: "The police officer was fired for using racist language while on duty."
Synonyms: bigot; chauvinistic; intolerant; racialist; sectarian; segregationist
Opposite Meaning: egalitarian

reputed (adjective) /rɪˈpjuːtɪd/
Definition: Commonly believed or considered to be true, based on its reputation or general perception, even though it might not be definitively confirmed.
Example Sentence: "He is reputed to be one of the best surgeons in the country."
Synonyms: alleged; assumed; believed; considered; deemed; presumed
Opposite Meaning: disproven

segregate (verb) /ˈsɛɡrɪɡeɪt/
Definition: To separate or divide people or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, or other characteristics.
Example Sentence: "The teacher chose not to segregate students based on their abilities."
Synonyms: confine; disconnect; discriminate; dissociate; insulate; isolate
Opposite Meaning: integrate

stereotype (noun) /ˈstɛrɪətaɪp/
Definition: A widely held and simplified belief or idea about a particular group of people.
Example Sentence: "The musician didn't fit the stereotype of a rock star."
Synonyms: archetype; assumption; bias; caricature; classification; cliché
Opposite Meaning: individuality

stigmatize (verb) /ˈstɪg məˌtaɪz/
Definition: To attach a negative social or cultural perception to a person, group, or idea, often leading to their exclusion or marginalization.
Example Sentence: "Bullying can stigmatize and isolate vulnerable individuals."
Synonyms: brand; condemn; denounce; deprecate; discriminate; disgrace
Opposite Meaning: accept

subjective (adjective) /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/
Definition: Based on personal opinions, feelings, or beliefs, rather than on facts or evidence.
Example Sentence: "His opinion was subjective, based on his own personal experiences."
Synonyms: biased; emotional; impressionistic; individual; instinctive; intuitive
Opposite Meaning: objective

supposition (noun) /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃ(ə)n/
Definition: The act of assuming or postulating something to be true without having certain knowledge or evidence.
Example Sentence: "His supposition that the company was in financial trouble was proven to be correct."
Synonyms: assumption; belief; hypothesis; notion; premise; presumption
Opposite Meaning: disproof

tendentious (adjective) /tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/
Definition: Exhibiting a clear and biased perspective, often with the intention of promoting a particular agenda or ideology.
Example Sentence: "The speaker's tendentious remarks revealed their political biases."
Synonyms: biased; disposed; manipulative; opinionated; partial; partisan
Opposite Meaning: impartial

unbiased (adjective) /ʌnˈbaɪ əst/
Definition: Impartial, fair, and free from prejudice or favoritism.
Example Sentence: "The journalist presented an unbiased report, providing equal coverage to all sides of the story."
Synonyms: balanced; dispassionate; equitable; fair; impartial; just
Opposite Meaning: biased

xenophobia (noun) /zɛnəˈfəʊbɪə/
Definition: A fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or of unknown things.
Example Sentence: "The xenophobia of the community made it difficult for immigrants to integrate."
Synonyms: animosity; aversion; bigotry; chauvinism; distrust; intolerance
Opposite Meaning: xenophilia

xenophobic (adjective) /ˌzɛn əˈfoʊ bɪk/
Definition: Having an intense or irrational fear, dislike, or prejudice towards people from other countries, cultures, or ethnicities.
Example Sentence: "The xenophobic comments made by the politician fueled division and hostility towards immigrants."
Synonyms: biased; bigoted; chauvinistic; discriminatory; ethnocentric; insular
Opposite Meaning: accepting