Synonyms for

Discrimination

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

Definition

Discrimination means treating someone unfairly or differently because of their race, gender, religion, or some other characteristic.

Synonyms & similar words

secernment favoritism favouritism prejudice bias bigotry intolerance inequality unfairness injustice favoritism racism sexism stereotyping oppression narrow-mindedness exclusion segregation chauvinism partisanship partiality disparagement

Synonyms by register

Formal

bias prejudice inequality differentiation

Informal

picking on unfairness favoritism

Literary

disparagement estrangement

Antonyms

equality fairness impartiality justice acceptance tolerance inclusion

Common collocations

  • racial discrimination
  • gender discrimination
  • age discrimination
  • discrimination against
  • discrimination laws
  • prevent discrimination
  • fight discrimination

Word family

noun discrimination
verb discriminate
adjective discriminatory
adverb discriminatingly

Usage note

Often used in contexts of social justice, referring to unfair treatment based on group membership. Be mindful of the verb 'discriminate' which can also mean to distinguish or perceive differences.

Example sentences

  1. Discrimination is wrong and hurtful to others.
  2. It is important to treat everyone with kindness and respect, no matter what they look like or believe in.
  3. The Civil Rights Movement fought against discrimination in the United States.
  4. Many people have experienced discrimination in their lives.
  5. The new law aims to prevent discrimination in the workplace.

Quotes

  • Discrimination is a disease. - Roger Staubach
  • The only way to change is to vote. People are responsible. - Denzel Washington
  • The worst form of inequality is to try to make unequal things equal. - Aristotle

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