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discriminating

/dɪsˈkɹɪmɪneɪtɪŋ(ɡ)/

Meanings
  • Verb

    Making or revealing a distinction, esp. one that in some way disadvantages a particular group.

    - "The hiring manager was accused of discriminating against women in the workplace."
    - "The school was criticized for discriminating against students with disabilities."
  • Adjective

    Having or showing prejudice against people of a particular race, gender, or other social group.

    - "The discriminating employee was reprimanded for making derogatory comments."
    - "The discriminating policy led to a lack of diversity in the workplace."

Antonyms

favor
Synonyms

disfavor , differentiate , distinguish
Rhymes
Words rhyming with discriminating
escaping , haping , shaping , gaping , scaping
Variants
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discriminating , discriminatingly , discriminate , discriminated , discriminates
Etymology
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From the Latin discrimen, meaning 'distinction' or 'difference'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'discriminating' has been used in a positive context to describe someone who is able to make good judgments or distinctions.

  2. In the context of music, a discriminating listener is one who can appreciate the nuances and complexities of different musical styles and genres.


Related Concepts
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  1. Prejudice: A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

  2. Bias: A systematic error in perception or judgment caused by a prejudice or preconception.

  3. Racism: A system of discrimination and prejudice against people based on their race or ethnicity.


Culture
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Discriminating has been a topic of significant social and political debate for centuries. It has been addressed in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression, often highlighting the negative consequences of prejudice and bias. For example, Mark Twain's novel 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' explores themes of racial discrimination, while Maya Angelou's poem 'Still I Rise' addresses the resilience of individuals in the face of discrimination.

How to Memorize "discriminating"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a situation where someone is making a distinction that unfairly disadvantages a particular group. Visualize the consequences of this discrimination and how it affects the individuals involved.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'discriminating' with words like 'prejudiced' and 'biased'. Visualize these words and their meanings to help remember the definition of 'discriminating'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Making Meaningful Distinctions Involves Careful Thought And Understanding'.


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