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discriminate

UK
/dɪsˈkrɪmɪneɪt/
US
/dɪsˈkrɪməˌneɪt/

Translations

discriminateverb
discriminated
Past Simple
discriminated
Past Participle
discriminating
Gerund
UK
/dɪsˈkrɪmɪneɪt/
US
/dɪsˈkrɪməˌneɪt/
distinguerpercevoir ou reconnaître des différences
The software can discriminate between different types of data.
Le logiciel peut distinguer différents types de données.
discrimineremployer dans le sens d’« exercer une discrimination » ; plus fréquent en contexte social ou juridique
It is illegal to discriminate against someone based on their race or gender.
Il est illégal de discriminer quelqu’un en raison de sa race ou de son genre.
Synonyms
differentiate
distinguish
recognize
identify
separate
discern
discriminateadjective
more discriminate
Comp.
most discriminate
Super.
UK
/dɪˈskrɪmɪneɪt/
US
/dɪˈskrɪməˌneɪt/
finsur un goût, un jugement ; sens de « discerning »
She has a very discriminate taste in art, always choosing pieces that are both unique and meaningful.
Elle a un goût très fin en art, choisissant toujours des œuvres à la fois uniques et riches de sens.
Synonyms
astute
insightful
shrewd
critical
discerning
discriminating
selective
perceptive
judicious

Definitions

discriminateverb
To recognize or perceive differences; to distinguish.
The software can discriminate between different types of data.
To make a distinction in favor of or against a person or thing based on the group, class, or category to which they belong rather than on individual merit.
It is illegal to discriminate against someone based on their race or gender.
discriminateadjective
Able to recognize or make fine distinctions and judgments.
She has a very discriminate taste in art, always choosing pieces that are both unique and meaningful.
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