discriminated; discriminating
Definition of discriminate
1a : to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
Depth perception may be defined as the ability to appreciate or discriminate the third dimension …— H. G. Armstrong
b : distinguish, differentiate discriminate hundreds of colors
2 : to distinguish by discerning or exposing differences : to recognize or identify as separate and distinct
discriminate right from wrong especially : to distinguish from another like object discriminate the individual voices in the choir
1a : to make a distinction
discriminate among historical sources discriminates between literary fiction and popular fiction
b : to use good judgment
2 : to make a difference in treatment or favor on a basis other than individual merit
discriminate in favor of your friends discriminate against a certain nationality
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The first known use of discriminate was in 1615
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