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discrimination

[dɪˌskrɪməˈneɪʃən]

discrimination Definition

  • 1the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex
  • 2recognition and understanding of the difference between one thing and another

Using discrimination: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "discrimination" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She faced discrimination in the workplace because of her gender.

  • Example

    The company was accused of racial discrimination in their hiring practices.

  • Example

    Age discrimination is a common problem in many industries.

  • Example

    Discrimination based on sexual orientation is illegal in many countries.

discrimination Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for discrimination

Idioms Using discrimination

  • unfair treatment or prejudice towards a particular group of people

    Example

    The law prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities.

  • to distinguish or differentiate between two or more things

    Example

    It can be difficult to make a discrimination between real and fake news online.

  • the practice of giving preferential treatment to members of a minority group over members of a majority group, often seen as a form of discrimination in itself

    Example

    Some argue that affirmative action policies amount to reverse discrimination against white people.

Phrases with discrimination

  • the practice of giving preferential treatment to minority groups in order to prevent discrimination and provide equal opportunities

    Example

    The university implemented positive discrimination policies to increase diversity among its students.

  • unfair treatment of individuals based on their race or ethnicity

    Example

    The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed racial discrimination in employment and education.

  • unfair treatment of individuals based on their gender or sex

    Example

    Many women face gender discrimination in the workplace, including lower pay and fewer opportunities for advancement.

Origins of discrimination

from Latin 'discriminare', meaning 'to divide'

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Summary: discrimination in Brief

The term 'discrimination' [dɪˌskrɪməˈneɪʃən] refers to unjust or prejudicial treatment of different groups of people, particularly based on race, age, or sex. It also denotes recognition and understanding of differences between things. Examples include 'She faced discrimination in the workplace because of her gender.' 'Discrimination' extends into phrases like 'positive discrimination,' and idioms like 'discrimination against,' denoting unfair treatment, and 'make a discrimination between,' implying differentiation.

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