discrimination

/dɪˌskrɪməˈneɪʃən/C1Loopy word list, level 3 · Core

Definition

  • n. unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice
  • n. the cognitive process whereby two or more stimuli are distinguished

Word forms

Plural
discriminations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Discrimination against anyone based on their race is unacceptable.

  2. n.

    The chemist used special techniques for the discrimination of different chemical compounds.