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DISCRIMINATING

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Discriminating.

Discriminating - as an adjective

Showing or indicating careful judgment and discernment especially in matters of taste

Example: "The discriminating eye of the connoisseur"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
undiscriminating

Discriminating - as an adjective satellite

Having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

Example: "An acute observer of politics and politicians"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acute7incisive13keen8knifelike20penetrating14penetrative16piercing13sharp10

Discriminating - as a verb

To make distinctions.

(construed with against) to make decisions based on prejudice.

Example: "The law prohibits discriminating against people based on their skin color."

To set apart as being different; to mark as different; to separate from another by discerning differences; to distinguish.

Example Sentences

"She has a discriminating taste in music."
"The restaurant caters to a discriminating clientele."
"The discriminating consumer chooses products carefully."
"He is known for his discriminating palate when it comes to wine."
"The discriminating eye of the art collector quickly spots fakes."
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Word Game Points

Is DISCRIMINATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discriminating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISCRIMINATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is DISCRIMINATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discriminating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISCRIMINATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is DISCRIMINATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discriminating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISCRIMINATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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