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Linguistic nuances: the fine line between "prejudice" and "bias"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 30/09/2024, 05:04
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Prejudice and bias. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both terms refer to a preconceived opinion or feeling, often without proper knowledge, thought, or reason, and can lead to unfair treatment or attitudes towards people, groups, or ideas.

What is different?

Prejudice often implies a more deeply held, unfavorable judgment or stance, often with a negative connotation related to discrimination. Bias is a more general term and can be either positive or negative, describing a tendency to lean towards a particular perspective, viewpoint, or experience.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for prejudice) and bias

Examples of usage

Prejudice
  • Her prejudice against people from different countries affected her ability to collaborate effectively.
  • He had a deep-seated prejudice that was hard to change.
Bias
  • The study demonstrated a clear bias in the selection process.
  • She was accused of showing bias towards her friend during the competition.

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