Definition of PREPOSSESSION

prepossession

Meanings

Plural: prepossessions

Noun

  • the condition of being prepossessed
    • "the king's prepossession in my favor is very valuable"
  • an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence
  • Preoccupation; having possession beforehand.
  • A preconceived opinion, or previous impression; bias, prejudice.

Origin / Etymology

From pre- + possession.

Synonyms

parti pris, preconceived idea, preconceived notion, preconceived opinion, preconception

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