Definition

The condition of causing harm or damage, often due to bias or unfair treatment.

Example

The prejudicialness of the policy led to widespread criticism from various groups.

Conversation

I was reading about how prejudicialness can affect people's lives.

That's an interesting topic; it really can lead to unfair treatment.

Yeah, it's sad to think about how much harm it can cause.

Definitely, we should all be more aware of our biases.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prejudicialness → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before), "judicium" (from Latin, meaning judgment), and "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word refers to the state of causing harm or damage before a fair judgment is made.

Memory Tip

Think of 'before' ('pre-') a 'judgment' ('judicium') is made, which helps you remember that 'prejudicialness' means the state of causing harm before a fair decision.

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