Meaning & Definition of word "Indiscriminate"
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Indiscriminate
/ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnɪt/
adjective:
- 1. Made or done at random or without careful judgment.
- Example: The indiscriminate use of pesticides has harmed many non-target species.
- 2. Not marked by careful distinctions; lacking in discrimination.
- Example: The filmmaker was criticized for his indiscriminate portrayal of the culture without nuance.
- 3. Haphazard or done in a way that does not pay attention to the differences among things.
- Example: The indiscriminate firing of weapons in the area led to numerous civilian casualties.
Etymology
From late Latin indiscriminatus, from in- 'not' + discriminatus 'distinguished'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
indiscriminate behavior:
Actions taken without consideration for the consequences or specifics.
indiscriminate killing:
Acts of violence that occur without regard for victims.
Related Words
discriminate:
To differentiate or make distinctions.
discrimination:
The act of making distinctions between people or things.
Slang Meanings of indiscriminate
Meaning: Used to describe actions without care or thought.
Example Sentence: His indiscriminate swag got him into trouble.
Meaning: Random and reckless behavior.
Example Sentence: That party was just an indiscriminate mess.