prepossessed

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Notwithstanding this, there prevailed in all that he said, and in his whole behaviour, a cheerfulness and good humour, by which every one must be attracted, and prepossessed in his favour.

From The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) by Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus)

They are prepossessed by theological problems, they love the seven arts, and are a trifle decadent; though when action is demanded they do not fail to respond.

From Unicorns by Huneker, James

Mary’s first interview with the envoys from Elizabeth, prepossessed them both in her favour.

From Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume II (of 2) by Bell, Henry Glassford

As Finlay was prepossessed with the governor's plans, the governor set about putting them into execution.

From The History of the Post Office in British North America by Smith, William, Sir

We are prepossessed in his favour by his laborious diary.

From Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature by Disraeli, Isaac