prejudice, stereotypes

a particular tendency, trend, inclination, feeling, or opinion, especially one that is preconceived or unreasoned

• prejudice

• stereotypes

• discrimination

• bias

treatment or consideration of, or making a distinction in favor of or against, a person or thing based on the group, class, or category to which that person or thing belongs rather than on individual merit: cultural, racial and religious intolerance and discrimination.

• prejudice

• stereotypes

• discrimination

• bias

an unfavorable opinion or feeling formed beforehand or without knowledge, thought, or reason.

• prejudice

• stereotypes

• discrimination

• bias

stereotypes are generalized beliefs about people based on their membership in a particular group. Stereotypes can be positive, negative, or neutral. Stereotypes based on gender, ethnicity, or occupation are common in many societies.

• prejudice

• stereotypes

• discrimination

• bias

attitudes or behavior based on traditional stereotypes of gender roles.

• prejudice

• stereotypes

• discrimination

• sexism