verb

1. To make distinctions.

2. (construed with against) To make decisions based on prejudice.

   “The law prohibits discriminating against people based on their skin color.”

3. To set apart as being different; to mark as different; to separate from another by discerning differences; to distinguish.

Synonyms: disfavor, differentiate, distinguish

adjective

1. Able to perceive fine distinctions between similar things; perceptive

2. Having a discerning judgment or taste