discrimination

Meanings

Plural: discriminations

Noun

• unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice
• the cognitive process whereby two or more stimuli are distinguished
• Discernment, the act of discriminating, discerning, distinguishing, noting or perceiving differences between things, with the intent to understand rightly and make correct decisions.
• Differential treatment of an individual or group to their disadvantage; treatment or consideration based on class or category rather than individual merit; partiality; prejudice; bigotry.
• The quality of being discriminating; acute discernment, especially in matters of good taste.
• That which discriminates; a distinguishing mark, a characteristic.

Synonyms

differentiation, favoritism, favouritism, secernment

Related Words

bias, racism, stereotype