Preconception: meaning, definitions and examples

before birth

Preconception refers to the period of time before conception or before a baby is born. It includes the planning, preparation, and considerations that happen before a pregnancy.

Examples of usage

• Good preconception health is important for a healthy pregnancy.

• Many couples seek advice during the preconception period.

• She attended a preconception counseling session before trying to conceive.

preconceived idea

A preconception is an idea or opinion that is formed before there is enough information or evidence. It can lead to biases or misunderstandings.

bias, preconceived notion, prejudice.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
preconception	This entry is a repeat of the first; it serves the same neutral purpose. Her preconception about the potential client turned out to be accurate
prejudice	Commonly used when negative judgement is made without proper knowledge or examination, particularly in social contexts related to race, gender, or ethnicity. It has a strong negative connotation. He faced prejudice at work because of his background
bias	Often used in a negative context to indicate an unfair preference or prejudice for or against someone or something. The reporter was accused of bias in his coverage of the election
preconceived notion	Used to describe an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence, typically carrying a negative connotation. It implies a lack of objectivity. His preconceived notion about the artist's work made him miss its deeper meaning

Examples of usage

• She had a preconception that all doctors were unfriendly.

• Try not to have any preconceptions about the outcome before we have all the facts.