C1noun 2K

Discrimination

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Discrimination

the practice of treating somebody or a particular group in society less fairly than others

In simple words: Treating people differently and unfairly based on certain traits.

Discrimination in a sentence

• Discrimination based on race is illegal in many countries.
• She faced discrimination at work because of her gender.
• The company has implemented policies to prevent discrimination against disabled employees.
• Discrimination can also refer to the ability to perceive subtle differences between similar things.
• Good sensory discrimination is important for a chef to distinguish nuanced flavors.
• The student's discrimination in recognizing different musical notes improved after practice.

How to use Discrimination

Use in discussions about social justice, equality, and human rights. Avoid in casual conversations unless discussing serious topics.

Grammar pattern

discrimination + against + group

Memory hint

Think of 'dis-crime-ination' as committing a crime against fairness.

Related words

Collocations with Discrimination

• gender
• sex
• sexual
• level
• amount to
• constitute
• encounter
• occur
• exist
• discrimination against
• discrimination by
• discrimination in favour/​favor of
• an act of discrimination
• discrimination based on something
• evidence of discrimination
• fine
• great
• colour/​color
• make
• show
• discrimination between
• fine
• great
• colour/​color
• make
• show
• discrimination between

Synonyms for Discrimination

• bias
• prejudice
• inequality
• bigotry
• favoritism

Opposites of Discrimination

• equality
• fairness

Common mistakes with Discrimination

• Confused with 'prejudice' which is more about thoughts, while discrimination involves actions.
• Using it as a verb; 'discriminate' is the verb form.
• Mixing it up with 'segregation' which specifically refers to separation.

Frequently asked questions about Discrimination

What does Discrimination mean?

Treating people differently and unfairly based on certain traits.

What is the definition of Discrimination?

the practice of treating somebody or a particular group in society less fairly than others

How do you use Discrimination in a sentence?

Discrimination based on race is illegal in many countries.

Can you give another example of Discrimination?

She faced discrimination at work because of her gender.

What are synonyms for Discrimination?

Common alternatives include bias, prejudice, inequality, bigotry, favoritism.

What is the opposite of Discrimination?

Opposite meanings include equality, fairness.

What words go with Discrimination?

It commonly pairs with gender, sex, sexual, level, amount to, constitute, encounter, occur, exist, discrimination against, discrimination by, discrimination in favour/​favor of, an act of discrimination, discrimination based on something, evidence of discrimination, fine, great, colour/​color, make, show, discrimination between, fine, great, colour/​color, make, show, discrimination between.

What are common mistakes when using Discrimination?

Confused with 'prejudice' which is more about thoughts, while discrimination involves actions. Using it as a verb; 'discriminate' is the verb form. Mixing it up with 'segregation' which specifically refers to separation.

How do you pronounce Discrimination?

US: /["/dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Discrimination?

Use in discussions about social justice, equality, and human rights. Avoid in casual conversations unless discussing serious topics.

What CEFR level is Discrimination?

"Discrimination" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.