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Attitudes

Definition

A person's thoughts, beliefs, and feelings towards something or someone.

Analogy

Attitudes are like flavors of ice cream. Some people have positive attitudes towards certain flavors while others may not like them as much. Similarly, attitudes can vary when it comes to opinions on immigration.

Related terms

Prejudice: Preconceived opinions or attitudes that are not based on reason or actual experience but rather on stereotypes.

Discrimination: Unfair treatment of individuals based on their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics.

Public Opinion: The collective attitudes and beliefs held by individuals within a society regarding various issues.

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