English adjective: discriminatory | |||
1. | discriminatory being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand | ||
Samples | A prejudiced judge. | ||
Synonyms | prejudiced | ||
Similar | anti-Semite, antiblack, homophobic, jaundiced, loaded, racist, sexist | ||
Antonyms | unprejudiced, impartial | ||
2. | discriminatory containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice | ||
Samples | Discriminatory attitudes and practices. Invidious comparisons. | ||
Synonyms | invidious | ||
Similar | unfavorable, unfavourable | ||
Antonyms | favorable, favourable | ||
3. | discriminatory capable of making fine distinctions | ||
Synonyms | discriminative | ||
Similar | discriminating | ||
Antonyms | indiscriminating, undiscriminating | ||
4. | discriminatory manifesting partiality | ||
Samples | A discriminatory tax. Preferential tariff rates. Preferential treatment. A preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting. | ||
Synonyms | preferential | ||
Similar | advantageous | ||
Antonyms | disadvantageous | ||