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Discriminates

Verb / dɪˈskrɪmʌˌneɪts / Another word for discriminates — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To treat someone or something unfairly or unequally based on certain characteristics.

Synonyms & similar words

singleout discriminate knowapart separate prejudice stereotype differentiate segregate exclude bias favoritism inequality separation apartheid bigotry intolerance racism sexism unfairness partiality unjustness xenophobia chauvinism oppression

Example sentences

  1. The teacher discriminates against students with disabilities.
  2. The company discriminates against older employees.
  3. It is wrong to discriminate against someone because of their religion.
  4. She felt discriminated against because of her gender.
  5. He was discriminated against because of his skin color.

Quotes

  • Discrimination is a disease. - Roger Staubach
  • Discrimination is a hellhound that gnaws at Negroes in every waking moment of their lives to remind them that the lie of their inferiority is accepted as truth in the society dominating them. - Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • The worst form of inequality is to try to make unequal things equal. - Aristotle

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