Vocabulary Entry

discriminate

|verb • noun

verb

To treat someone differently based on a distinguishing characteristic, often unfairly.

Example Sentences

"The company cannot discriminate against employees based on gender."

"It's illegal to discriminate on the basis of race in hiring practices."

"She felt she was discriminated against because of her age."

noun

Example Sentences

"Discrimination can occur in various forms, including racial and gender discrimination."

"He spoke out against discrimination in the workplace."

"The law aims to protect individuals from discrimination based on disability."