noun
1.
a. An adverse judgment or opinion formed beforehand or without knowledge or examination of the facts.
b. A preconceived preference or idea.
2. The act or state of holding unreasonable preconceived judgments or convictions.
3. Irrational suspicion or hatred of a particular group, race, or religion.
4. Detriment or injury caused to a person by the preconceived, unfavorable conviction of another or others.
tr.v. prejudiced,
prejudicing,
prejudices
1. To cause (someone) to judge prematurely and irrationally.
2. To affect injuriously or detrimentally by a judgment or an act.
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
1. He claimed that the media coverage had prejudiced his chance of a fair trial.
2. I feel sure it can be done without prejudice to anybody's principles.
3 . I think your upbringing has prejudiced you