discrimination

noun

dis·crim·i·na·tion di-ˌskri-mə-ˈnā-shən How to pronounce discrimination (audio)

: prejudiced or prejudicial outlook, action, or treatment

racial discrimination

: the act, practice, or an instance of discriminating categorically rather than individually

: the quality or power of finely distinguishing

the film viewed by those with discrimination

: the act of making or perceiving a difference : the act of discriminating

a bloodhound's scent discrimination

psychology : the process by which two stimuli differing in some aspect are responded to differently

discriminational

di-ˌskri-mə-ˈnā-shnəl How to pronounce discrimination (audio)

-shə-nᵊl

adjective

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Discriminating Among Meanings of Discrimination

Discrimination has senses with neutral, positive, and negative connotations. On the one hand, it can refer to "the act (or power) of distinguishing" or to "good taste, refinement." These meanings, sometimes reinforced with modifiers (as in a fine or a nice discrimination), stress an ability to perceive differences as an index of unusual intelligence. On the other hand, when the perception of difference is marked by invidious distinction or hostility, the word (often followed by against) takes on very negative overtones, as in the senses "act of discriminating categorically rather than individually" (discrimination against women, age discrimination) and "a prejudiced outlook or course of action" (racial discrimination). The original, neutral sense of discrimination, "the act of distinguishing," came into English by the early 17th century, followed by the positive one associated with superior discernment in the 18th century. Discrimination in the "prejudice" sense has been in use since the early 19th century, almost 200 years ago.

Example Sentences

The law prohibits discrimination in hiring. He sued the company for age discrimination. the animal's impressive scent discrimination

Recent Examples on the Web First under Spanish colonial rule, then under military dictatorship, the Mayan population has endured centuries of discrimination, economic oppression and genocidal warfare — a brutal legacy that often has been cloaked with fear and silence.

Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2022 The former head of Lake County’s tourism bureau filed a federal lawsuit Monday against the agency and several of its board members, alleging age discrimination, wrongful termination, and defamation.

Carrie Napoleon, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2022 With police departments facing demands for reform nationwide, some experts say that one way to address problems such as racial discrimination, poor training or use of excessive force is to bring in an outsider.

Christine Willmsen, ProPublica, 26 Aug. 2022 Despite systemic discrimination—including when Indigenous people were forced into boarding schools and denied the right to practice their cultural traditions—Indigenous artists have prevailed and continued to honor their heritage.

Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2022 The plaintiffs allege age and disability discrimination, wrongful termination, intentional misrepresentation and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Aug. 2022 The minority group had frequently been the target of widespread discrimination and violent attacks, including by the Islamic State group’s branch in Egypt’s Sinai province.

Liam Stack, BostonGlobe.com, 14 Aug. 2022 Shwanika Narayan covers workplace discrimination, income inequality, and poverty, at The San Francisco Chronicle.

Shwanika Narayan, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Aug. 2022 Researchers also say that discrimination, despite laws against it, remains a factor in the gender pay gap at all career levels.

Lauren Weber, WSJ, 8 Aug. 2022 See More

discrimination

noun

as in separation

the state of being kept distinct in her mind there did not exist a discrimination between the imaginary and the real

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separation
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Some common synonyms of discrimination are acumen, discernment, insight, penetration, and perception. While all these words mean "a power to see what is not evident to the average mind," discrimination stresses the power to distinguish and select what is true or appropriate or excellent.

the discrimination that develops through listening to a lot of great music

The words acumen and discrimination can be used in similar contexts, but acumen implies characteristic penetration combined with keen practical judgment.

a director of reliable box-office acumen

Although the words discernment and discrimination have much in common, discernment stresses accuracy (as in reading character or motives or appreciating art).

the discernment to know true friends

While in some cases nearly identical to discrimination, insight suggests depth of discernment coupled with understanding sympathy.

a documentary providing insight into the plight of the homeless

The meanings of penetration and discrimination largely overlap; however, penetration implies a searching mind that goes beyond what is obvious or superficial.

lacks the penetration to see the scorn beneath their friendly smiles

The words perception and discrimination are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, perception implies quick and often sympathetic discernment (as of shades of feeling).

a novelist of keen perception into human motives

单词	discrimination
释义	discrimination noun dis·crim·i·na·tion di-ˌskri-mə-ˈnā-shən 1 a : prejudiced or prejudicial outlook, action, or treatment racial discrimination b : the act, practice, or an instance of discriminating categorically rather than individually 2 : the quality or power of finely distinguishing the film viewed by those with discrimination 3 a : the act of making or perceiving a difference : the act of discriminating a bloodhound's scent discrimination b psychology : the process by which two stimuli differing in some aspect are responded to differently discriminational di-ˌskri-mə-ˈnā-shnəl -shə-nᵊl adjective Did you know? Discriminating Among Meanings of Discrimination Discrimination has senses with neutral, positive, and negative connotations. On the one hand, it can refer to "the act (or power) of distinguishing" or to "good taste, refinement." These meanings, sometimes reinforced with modifiers (as in a fine or a nice discrimination), stress an ability to perceive differences as an index of unusual intelligence. On the other hand, when the perception of difference is marked by invidious distinction or hostility, the word (often followed by against) takes on very negative overtones, as in the senses "act of discriminating categorically rather than individually" (discrimination against women, age discrimination) and "a prejudiced outlook or course of action" (racial discrimination). The original, neutral sense of discrimination, "the act of distinguishing," came into English by the early 17th century, followed by the positive one associated with superior discernment in the 18th century. Discrimination in the "prejudice" sense has been in use since the early 19th century, almost 200 years ago. Synonyms demarcation discreteness distinction separation See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences The law prohibits discrimination in hiring. He sued the company for age discrimination. the animal's impressive scent discrimination Recent Examples on the Web First under Spanish colonial rule, then under military dictatorship, the Mayan population has endured centuries of discrimination, economic oppression and genocidal warfare — a brutal legacy that often has been cloaked with fear and silence. Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2022 The former head of Lake County’s tourism bureau filed a federal lawsuit Monday against the agency and several of its board members, alleging age discrimination, wrongful termination, and defamation. Carrie Napoleon, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2022 With police departments facing demands for reform nationwide, some experts say that one way to address problems such as racial discrimination, poor training or use of excessive force is to bring in an outsider. Christine Willmsen, ProPublica, 26 Aug. 2022 Despite systemic discrimination—including when Indigenous people were forced into boarding schools and denied the right to practice their cultural traditions—Indigenous artists have prevailed and continued to honor their heritage. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2022 The plaintiffs allege age and disability discrimination, wrongful termination, intentional misrepresentation and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Aug. 2022 The minority group had frequently been the target of widespread discrimination and violent attacks, including by the Islamic State group’s branch in Egypt’s Sinai province. Liam Stack, BostonGlobe.com, 14 Aug. 2022 Shwanika Narayan covers workplace discrimination, income inequality, and poverty, at The San Francisco Chronicle. Shwanika Narayan, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Aug. 2022 Researchers also say that discrimination, despite laws against it, remains a factor in the gender pay gap at all career levels. Lauren Weber, WSJ, 8 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology see discriminate First Known Use 1621, in the meaning defined at sense 3a Phrases Containing discrimination positive discrimination reverse discrimination make a discrimination anti-discrimination positive discrimination reverse discrimination make a discrimination anti-discrimination Kids Definition discrimination noun dis·crim·i·na·tion di-ˌskri-mə-ˈnā-shən 1 : the practice of unfairly treating a person or group differently from other people or groups of people The law prohibits discrimination against the disabled. 2 : the ability to see differences Police use a dog's discrimination of smells. Medical Definition discrimination noun dis·crim·i·na·tion dis-ˌkrim-ə-ˈnā-shən : the process by which two stimuli differing in some aspect are responded to differently : differentiation discrimination noun as in separation the state of being kept distinct in her mind there did not exist a discrimination between the imaginary and the real Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance separation distinction segregation differentiation demarcation isolation discreteness Antonyms & Near Antonyms confusion blurring Synonym Chooser Some common synonyms of discrimination are acumen, discernment, insight, penetration, and perception. While all these words mean "a power to see what is not evident to the average mind," discrimination stresses the power to distinguish and select what is true or appropriate or excellent. the discrimination that develops through listening to a lot of great music The words acumen and discrimination can be used in similar contexts, but acumen implies characteristic penetration combined with keen practical judgment. a director of reliable box-office acumen Although the words discernment and discrimination have much in common, discernment stresses accuracy (as in reading character or motives or appreciating art). the discernment to know true friends While in some cases nearly identical to discrimination, insight suggests depth of discernment coupled with understanding sympathy. a documentary providing insight into the plight of the homeless The meanings of penetration and discrimination largely overlap; however, penetration implies a searching mind that goes beyond what is obvious or superficial. lacks the penetration to see the scorn beneath their friendly smiles The words perception and discrimination are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, perception implies quick and often sympathetic discernment (as of shades of feeling). a novelist of keen perception into human motives
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discrimination

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