"discriminatory" in the adjective sense
1. prejudiced, discriminatory
being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand
"a prejudiced judge"
2. discriminatory, invidious
containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice
"discriminatory attitudes and practices"
"invidious comparisons"
3. discriminative, discriminatory
capable of making fine distinctions
4. discriminatory, preferential
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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