The term "prejudice" refers to ________.

Fill in the blank with the correct answer from the options given below.

Pre-judgement

The correct answer is Option (3) - Pre-judgement

"Prejudice" refers to preconceived opinions or attitudes held by individuals or groups about another group or individual. These opinions are often formed without proper knowledge, reason, or experience, and they are typically based on stereotypes, biases, or generalizations. Prejudice can be directed towards various aspects such as race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or socioeconomic status.

When someone holds a prejudice, they are making a judgment about someone or a group of people before knowing them or understanding their individual characteristics. This pre-judgment can lead to discrimination or unfair treatment based on these biased beliefs.