DISCRIMINATIVE
Dictionary entry overview: What does discriminative mean? • DISCRIMINATIVE (adjective)
The adjective DISCRIMINATIVE has 2 senses:
1. capable of making fine distinctions
2. expressing careful judgment
Familiarity information: DISCRIMINATIVE used as an adjective is rare.
Dictionary entry details
• DISCRIMINATIVE (adjective)
Meaning:
Capable of making fine distinctions
Synonyms:
discriminative; discriminatory
Similar:
discriminating (showing or indicating careful judgment and discernment especially in matters of taste)
Meaning:
Expressing careful judgment
Synonyms:
discriminative; judicial
Context examples:
discriminative censure / a biography ...appreciative and yet judicial in purpose
Similar:
critical (characterized by careful evaluation and judgment)
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