B2
prejudice vs stereotype
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| prejudicenoun/ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/ | Meaning an unfair opinion or feeling about a person or group, formed without knowing the facts | Goes with prejudice against | Example Some employers still have a prejudice against applicants with tattoos. |
| stereotypenoun/ˈster.i.ə.taɪp/ | Meaning a fixed, simple idea about what a type of person or thing is like, which is often unfair | Goes with gender stereotypes | Example Teachers should help children question gender stereotypes from an early age. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Women in politics often face from older voters.