GRE Word List
DISCRIMINATE
to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
The meaning of the word discriminate is to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| analogy | a comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| mischief | a specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| mercurial | of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury |
| protean | of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms |
| magniloquent | speaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner |
| problematic | posing a problem : difficult to solve or decide |
| inhibited | to prohibit from doing something |