GRE Word List

DISCRIMINATING

making a distinction : distinguishing

The meaning of the word discriminating is making a distinction : distinguishing.

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hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
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exudeto ooze out
sparenot being used
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
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moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
militateto have weight or effect