discrimination
/dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/
dis · cri · mi · na · tion
dɪ · ˌskrɪ · mɪ · ˈneɪ · ʃn
English Definition
n. unfair treatment; ability to distinguish
Significado en Español
discriminación, discernimiento
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phân biệt đối xử, khả năng phân biệt
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
dis(separate)+crimin(distinguish)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the word that is closest in meaning to: Discrimination
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A
Prejudice
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B
Investment
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C
Enthusiasm
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D
Caution
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A — Prejudice.
“discrimination” means n. unfair treatment; ability to distinguish
Common questions about “discrimination”
What does “discrimination” mean?
discrimination — n. unfair treatment; ability to distinguish. In Chinese: 歧视，辨别力.
How do you pronounce “discrimination”?
discrimination is pronounced /dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/. It breaks into 5 syllables: dis · cri · mi · na · tion.
Is “discrimination” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. discrimination appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “discrimination”?
dis(separate)+crimin(distinguish)
