preconception

noun

pre·​con·​cep·​tion ˌprē-kən-ˈsep-shən 

1

: a preconceived idea

2

: prejudice

Synonyms

• theory
• assumption

Examples of preconception in a Sentence

I came to the lecture without any preconceptions.

tried to go into the training sessions without any preconceptions

Recent Examples on the Web

Whether through better preconception health, richer support networks, or clearer information systems, each of these entrepreneurs is laying a stone on the path back from the cliff. —Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025

But while the character itself can be malleable, there’s many preconceptions on the core elements that define him. —Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2025

For many, Game Freak is synonymous with Pokémon, but their upcoming game Beast of Reincarnation looks to shatter that preconception. —Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025

Our research shows science teachers have a variety of preconceptions about AI. —Christine Wusylko, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for preconception

• apperception
• contraception
• interception
• misconception
• misperception
• conception
• deception
• exception
• inception
• perception
• reception
• intussusception

Medical Definition

preconception

adjective

pre·​con·​cep·​tion -kən-ˈsep-shən 

: occurring prior to conception

preconception genetic counseling