The word "prejudication" (pri-juh-di-key-shuhn) comes from the verb "prejudge" and describes the act of forming an opinion or judgment about something in advance. The spelling of this word can be explained using International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols. The syllables are pronounced /pri/ (stress on the first syllable), /juh/, /di/, /key/, and /shuhn/. The letter "d" in the middle of the word represents a stop consonant, while the accent on the fourth syllable indicates that it should be emphasized when spoken.
The act of judging without the due examination of the facts and evidence.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.