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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WordMeaning
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
meretriciousof or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
mercurialof, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something