preconceived
UK/ˌpriːkənˈsiːvd/US
C2
Definitions
adj.
Formed in advance, before having real evidence or experience.
预先形成的，先入为主的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpre-before
+
conceivedtogether, with
=preconceived
pre- (before) + conceived (formed in the mind) = "thought up beforehand" → an idea you held before you had any real evidence. Almost always paired with notion, idea, or opinion.
Common Collocations
- 1.preconceived notion先入为主的观念
- 2.preconceived idea固有想法
- 3.preconceived opinion预设的看法
Example Sentences
- 1.
Try to set aside your preconceived ideas about the topic.
- 2.
She came with no preconceived notions about the country.