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/dɪˈskrɪm.ɪ.nət.li/ · dis·crim·i·na·tely
adverb
  1. In a way that shows careful judgment or discernment; selectively. The curator examined the paintings discriminately, choosing only those that fit the exhibition’s theme.
  2. In a manner that treats people or groups differently in an unfair or prejudicial way; discriminatorily. The policy was applied discriminately, favoring certain neighborhoods over others.
Did you know? The adverb ‘discriminately’ appeared in print as early as 1825, notably in a legal commentary warning judges against applying the law discriminately.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026