discriminate
/dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/
dis · crim · i · nate
dɪ · ˈskrɪm · ɪ · ˌneɪt
English Definition
v. to differentiate or make a distinction
Significado en Español
discriminar, distinguir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phân biệt, kỳ thị
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
dis(apart) + criminate(inquire) → inquire apart → discern, distinguish
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for “discriminate”:
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A
subdivide
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B
discern
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C
concentrate
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D
eliminate
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B — discern.
“discriminate” means v. to differentiate or make a distinction
Common questions about “discriminate”
What does “discriminate” mean?
discriminate — v. to differentiate or make a distinction. In Chinese: 辨别，区别.
How do you pronounce “discriminate”?
discriminate is pronounced /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/. It breaks into 4 syllables: dis · crim · i · nate.
Is “discriminate” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. discriminate appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “discriminate”?
dis(apart) + criminate(inquire) → inquire apart → discern, distinguish
