Discriminatory Definition

discriminatory
adjective
  1. being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand; "a prejudiced judge"
  2. containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice; "discriminatory attitudes and practices"; "invidious comparisons"
  3. capable of making fine distinctions
  4. manifesting partiality; "a discriminatory tax"; "preferential tariff rates"; "preferential treatment"; "a preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting"

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  • "Top women players tell FIFA: World Cup on turf is discriminatory"
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