PRECONCEPTIONS Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

preconceptions

noun

plural of preconception

as in assumptions

an attitude, belief, or impression formed in advance of actual experience of something tried to go into the training sessions without any preconceptions

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Recent Examples of preconceptions Unlike the recent Margo’s Got Money Troubles, a series intent on adding human texture to all our preconceptions about online adult performers, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed seems more interested in the dramatic potential of intimate deceit. —

Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 May 2026 In each case, Akhavan dares the viewer to look closer, and perhaps, for a moment, let an object become more than our preconceptions. —

Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 6 May 2026 Some hope offering family friendly recreation on the water can help dispel preconceptions about crime and public safety in the park. —

Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026 Because neurological diversity frequently defies preconceptions, this extended demography is crucial. —

Lucy Jones april 11, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026 The real risk for leaders is a future workforce of people who cannot or will not challenge their own preconceptions; who cannot embrace new ideas or work well with those whose views differ from their own. —

Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026 Gorgeously shot, a tender portrait of community in northern Maine, finding metaphor in natural imagery while challenging preconceptions about gender and class. —

Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026 At music director Fabio Luisi’s behest, the first piece on each program will be unidentified, encouraging audiences to listen without any preconceptions. —

Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026 More than just a mere tale of medieval heroism, this is a surreal, gorgeous piece of work that challenges preconceptions of fantasy dramas and feels vitally fresh. —

Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2026

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But Kelly argues that the forecast was built on assumptions that have already been overtaken by events — the CBO assumed tariff revenue would run at $403 billion annually and that the tax breaks in the One Big Beautiful Budget Act would expire on schedule.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 May 2026
The future-proof leader is the person disciplined enough to question their own assumptions, recognize when familiar frameworks no longer serve the moment, and understand that leadership is strengthened, not diminished, by remaining open to growth.

— Mary Hemphill, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026