discriminate synonyms

discriminate

v.

  1. To differentiate

    distinguish, specify, separate, tell apart; see distinguish 1. See syn. study at distinguish.

  2. To be prejudiced

    show partiality, prejudge, be biased, be a bigot, set apart, segregate, victimize; see also favor 2, hate 1, separate 2.

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