adjective

preconceived

pree-kuhn-SEEVD

Preconceived (adjective) means Formed as an opinion or idea before having real evidence or experience. Example: “She tried to visit the city without any preconceived ideas about what it would be like.”

adjective

Formed as an opinion or idea before having real evidence or experience.

"She tried to visit the city without any preconceived ideas about what it would be like."

How to use preconceived

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn assumption or belief made in advance, before actually seeing or knowing the facts.

Common pairings

preconceived notion preconceived ideas without preconceived judgments

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Rhymes for preconceived

lived derived received deprived archived contrived perceived

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Frequently asked questions

What does “preconceived” mean?

The word “preconceived” means formed as an opinion or idea before having real evidence or experience. In plain terms, an assumption or belief made in advance, before actually seeing or knowing the facts.

How do you pronounce “preconceived”?

“Preconceived” is pronounced pree-kuhn-SEEVD (/ˌpɹiːkənˈsiːvd/ in IPA).

How do you use “preconceived” in a sentence?

Here is “preconceived” used in a sentence: “She tried to visit the city without any preconceived ideas about what it would be like.”

What part of speech is “preconceived”?

“Preconceived” is an adjective.