preconception; prejudice; bias
A fixed idea or assumption formed before knowing the facts, often leading to unfair judgment. Common in phrases like 先入観を持つ or 先入観を捨てる.
Please listen to the story without preconceptions.
My preconceived notions about her prevented a fair assessment.
He had preconceptions about that country.
It's important to listen with an open mind, setting aside preconceptions.
I was trapped by a preconception and made a wrong judgment.
I want you to watch that movie without any preconceptions.