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Discriminate
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diskrimuhnayt
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Simple meaning
What does Discriminate mean?
Discriminate can mean treat unfairly or tell differences apart.
Dictionary definition
To treat people unfairly because of who they are, or to notice the difference between things.
Example sentences
Discriminate in a sentence
easy
Rules should not discriminate against students.
medium
The lesson taught us not to discriminate based on appearance.
hard
In science, students may discriminate between two similar sounds by listening carefully.
Synonyms
Words like Discriminate
treat unfairlyUse for the social meaning of discriminate.
distinguishUse when noticing the difference between things.
Antonyms
Opposite words
includeUse when people are welcomed or allowed to take part.
treat fairlyUse when people are treated with equal respect.
Word family
Discriminate word family
Base word
discriminate
verb
discriminates
Treats unfairly or tells apart now or often.
verb
discriminated
Treated unfairly or told apart in the past.
noun
discrimination
Unfair treatment or the act of telling differences apart.
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Practice 1
What can discriminate mean?
Discriminate can mean unfair treatment, or it can mean noticing differences carefully.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses discriminate correctly?
This sentence uses discriminate to mean treat unfairly.
Practice 3
Which phrase is an antonym of discriminate when it means treating people unfairly?
Treat fairly is the opposite of discriminating against people.
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