discriminate
UK: /dɪˈskrɪmɪneɪt/ | US: /dɪˈskrɪmɪneɪt/
vt. to recognize a distinction; differentiate
vt. to treat unfairly based on prejudice (e.g., race, gender)
vi. to make fine distinctions
Derived from Latin discriminare ("to divide, distinguish"), from discrimen ("distinction"), itself from dis- (apart) + cernere ("to sift, separate"). The word originally emphasized neutral differentiation (e.g., discerning qualities) but acquired negative connotations in the 19th century with the rise of social inequality debates. The root crimin appears in related words like "crime" (originally "judgment") and "incriminate."
The test cannot discriminate between skilled and experienced candidates.
Laws prohibit employers from discriminating against disabled applicants.
Birds can discriminate subtle color variations invisible to humans.
The algorithm discriminates valid data from noise with 99% accuracy.
His keen eye could discriminate authentic antiques from replicas.