Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Racial prejudice refers to negative attitudes, beliefs, and stereotypes directed towards individuals or groups based on their race or ethnicity. It involves preconceived judgments and biases against people solely because of their racial background.