Meaning & Definition of Discriminatory in English

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"