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- pronunciation:
- dih
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mih
neI
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of discriminating, differentiating, or distinguishing.
The dog's discrimination between the scent of its owner's clothing and that of the others was amazing to watch.- synonyms:
- differentiation, discernment
- similar words:
- distinction
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| definition 2: |
the act, or collective acts, of making invalid, unfair, or hurtful differentiations, as in prejudice against people of minority groups.
The civil rights movement fought to bring an end to discrimination in this country.
- synonyms:
- prejudice
- antonyms:
- impartiality
- similar words:
- bias, chauvinism, favoritism, intolerance, race, racism, sexism
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| definition 3: |
the ability to make keen judgments or discernments.
- synonyms:
- acumen, astuteness, discernment, keenness, sagacity, shrewdness
- similar words:
- discretion, insight, penetration, perspicacity, taste, wisdom
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| related words: |
choice, injustice, prejudice |
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| derivation: |
discriminational (adj.) |
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