Descrimination vs. Discrimination: What's the Difference?

Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on November 18, 2023
"Descrimination" is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "Discrimination," referring to unjust or prejudiced treatment.

Which is correct: Descrimination or Discrimination
How to spell Discrimination?

Descrimination is Incorrect

Discrimination is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember there is only one "s" at the beginning, not "sc."

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Associate the word "crime" in "discrimination" to remember its negative connotation.

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Visualize "I discriminate" to get the first part right.

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Recall similar words like "determine" or "distinct" to remember the "di-" prefix.

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Use mnemonic: "Discs are in Discrimination, not Descs."

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Descrimination and Discrimination Definitions
Discrimination
Discrimination is the unjust treatment based on age, gender, race, etc.
Many activists fight against gender discrimination.

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Discrimination
Discrimination can refer to the distinction of quality or difference.
The machine's discrimination between colors is advanced.

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Discrimination
Discrimination implies prejudicial treatment of different categories of people.
Employment discrimination can have long-term effects.

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Discrimination
The ability or power to see or make fine distinctions; discernment.

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Discrimination
Treatment or consideration based on class or category, such as race or gender, rather than individual merit; partiality or prejudice.

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Discrimination
Discernment, the act of discriminating, discerning, distinguishing, noting or perceiving differences between things, with the intent to understand rightly and make correct decisions.

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Discrimination
Differential treatment of an individual or group to their disadvantage; treatment or consideration based on class or category rather than individual merit; partiality; prejudice; bigotry.
Sexual or racial discrimination
Reverse discrimination

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Discrimination
(uncountable) The quality of being discriminating; acute discernment, especially in matters of good taste.

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Discrimination
That which discriminates; a distinguishing mark, a characteristic.

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Discrimination
The act of discriminating, distinguishing, or noting and marking differences.
To make an anxious discrimination between the miracle absolute and providential.

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Discrimination
The state of being discriminated, distinguished, or set apart.

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Discrimination
The arbitrary imposition of unequal tariffs for substantially the same service.
A difference in rates, not based upon any corresponding difference in cost, constitutes a case of discrimination.

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Discrimination
The quality of being discriminating; faculty of nicely distinguishing; acute discernment; as, to show great discrimination in the choice of means.

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Discrimination
Unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice

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Discrimination
The cognitive process whereby two or more stimuli are distinguished

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Discrimination
Discrimination means treating someone unfairly based on certain characteristics.
Racial discrimination is widespread in some regions.

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Oct 27, 2023
Discrimination
Discrimination refers to the ability to discern or recognize differences.
Fine wine tasting requires a good discrimination of flavors.

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FAQs
Why is it called Discrimination?
It comes from the Latin "discriminare," which means to "distinguish between."

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What is the root word of Discrimination?
The root word is Latin "discriminare."

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Which vowel is used before Discrimination?
Typically, the vowel "a" can precede it, as in "a discrimination."

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What is the singular form of Discrimination?
"Discrimination" itself is singular.

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Which conjunction is used with Discrimination?
Any conjunction, like "and" or "but," can be used based on the sentence.

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Is Discrimination a negative or positive word?
It generally has a negative connotation.

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Is Discrimination a vowel or consonant?
"Discrimination" is a word made of both vowels and consonants.

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Which determiner is used with Discrimination?
Determiners like "this," "that," "my," or "our" can be used depending on context.

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What is the third form of Discrimination?
Adjectives don't typically have a "third form."

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Which preposition is used with Discrimination?
Common prepositions include "against" and "on."

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Is the Discrimination term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but can be used metaphorically in context.

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What is the second form of Discrimination?
Adjectives don't typically have a "second form."

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How is Discrimination used in a sentence?
Discrimination based on race or gender is prohibited by law.

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Is Discrimination a countable noun?
It can be countable when referring to different types or instances.

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What is the first form of Discrimination?
The term itself, "Discrimination," is its primary form.

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What is a stressed syllable in Discrimination?
The third syllable, "i," is stressed.

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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
