discrimination
nounDivide discrimination into syllables:
dis · crim · i · na · tion
How to pronounce discrimination:
Definition of discrimination:
- discrimination (noun):
- prejudiced or prejudicial outlook, action, or treatment
- unfair treatment of a person, racial group, or minority
- unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice.
Synonyms for discrimination:
favouritismseparationfavoritismunfairnessracismableismsegregationdistinctionsexismdemarcationShow 7 more
Antonyms for discrimination:
disinclinationtoleranceobjectivitydislikejusticehateequalitybalancehatredequityShow 5 more
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