discriminatory

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English

Etymology

From discriminate +‎ -ory.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /dɪsˈkɹɪmɪnət(ə)ɹɪ/, /dɪˌskɹɪmɪˈneɪt(ə)rɪ/
  • Audio (Southern England):(file)
  • (US) IPA(key): /dɪsˈkɹɪmɪnəˌtɔɹi/

Adjective

discriminatory (comparative more discriminatory, superlative most discriminatory)

  1. Of or pertaining to discrimination (in all senses).
  2. Showing prejudice or bias.

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