Discrimination (Noun):
Pronunciation: /dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
Word Meaning: Discrimination refers to the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, sex, or other factors. It involves making distinctions or showing partiality based on irrelevant or unfair criteria.
Uses in Sentence:
- Workplace discrimination is a serious issue that can lead to a hostile work environment.
- The government is committed to eliminating discrimination in all forms and promoting equality.
- Discrimination based on gender or ethnicity is a violation of basic human rights.
Synonyms:
- Prejudice
- Bias
- Injustice
- Inequality
- Unfairness
- Partiality
- Bigotry
Antonyms:
- Equality
- Fairness
- Impartiality
- Unbiasedness
- Open-mindedness
Word Meaning in Hindi: भेदभाव (Bhedbhav)
Word uses in Hindi:
- कामकाजी में भेदभाव को दूर करने के लिए सशक्त प्रयास किए जा रहे हैं। (Efforts are being made to eliminate discrimination in the workplace.)
- भूतपूर्व क्षेत्रों में जातिवाद और लिंगभेद के खिलाफ सख्ती से उत्कृष्ट वक्तव्य किया गया। (Strong statements were made against casteism and gender discrimination in the historical fields.)
- समाज में शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में भेदभाव को कम करने के लिए योजनाएं चलाई जा रही हैं। (Initiatives are being undertaken to reduce discrimination in the field of education in society.)