Synonyms of preconception

preconception

noun

ˌprē-kən-ˈsep-shən 

as in theory

an attitude, belief, or impression formed in advance of actual experience of something

tried to go into the training sessions without any preconceptions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• theory
• assumption
• hypothesis
• prejudgment
• prepossession
• conception
• prejudice
• bias
• concept
• image
• speculation
• presumption
• thought
• notion
• conjecture
• presupposition
• imagining
• picture
• thesis
• supposition
• favor
• predetermination
• partiality

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• objectivity
• neutrality
• impartiality
• detachment
• unbiasedness
• open-mindedness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preconception

Sometimes the best discoveries come from challenging our preconceptions. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024

Wayne’s command of the fretboard often surprised listeners, shattering any preconceptions about The Osmonds as mere teen idols and earning him respect in rock circles. —Darryn King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025

This collaborative process should help stakeholders understand the value without shaping data to fit preconceptions. —Annie Phan, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

As Meredith leaves, having blown up her life and blown up all preconceptions of Alzheimer’s, who should be waiting for her in the Grey Sloan ambulance bay but Nick Marsh. —Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 31 May 2024