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dis·crim·i·na·tion
 discrimination
- pronunciation:
- dih
skrI
mih
neI
sh
 n
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of discriminating, differentiating, or distinguishing.
- synonyms:
- differentiation, discernment
- similar words:
- distinction
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| definition 2: |
the act of making invalid, unfair, or hurtful differentiations, as in prejudice against people of minority groups.
- 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 |
| derivation: |
discriminational (adj.) |
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