Discriminatively: meaning, definitions and examples
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discriminatively
[ dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪtɪvli ]
In a specific manner
Discriminatively means in a way that shows a distinction or difference between things. It is used to emphasize the ability to recognize fine distinctions or differences.
Synonyms
differentially, distinctively, selectively.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| discriminatively |
Used when making an unfair or prejudiced distinction between different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
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| distinctively |
Used when describing something that clearly stands out from others due to unique features, often used in a positive context.
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| selectively |
Used when choosing or emphasizing particular things or people while excluding others, often for specific purposes or advantages.
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| differentially |
Used when making a distinction between things or people in a way that varies according to specific factors or criteria, often used in academic or scientific contexts.
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Examples of usage
- He evaluated the paintings discriminatively, noting even the smallest details.
- She approached the problem discriminatively, considering all possible solutions.
- The algorithm classifies the data discriminatively, assigning labels based on subtle differences.
Translations
Translations of the word "discriminatively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 discriminativamente
🇮🇳 भेदभावपूर्ण तरीके से
🇩🇪 diskriminierend
🇮🇩 diskriminatif
🇺🇦 дискримінаційно
🇵🇱 dyskryminacyjnie
🇯🇵 差別的に (sabetsuteki ni)
🇫🇷 de manière discriminatoire
🇪🇸 discriminatoriamente
🇹🇷 ayrımcı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 차별적으로 (chabyeoljeogeuro)
🇸🇦 بشكل تمييزي
🇨🇿 diskriminačně
🇸🇰 diskriminačne
🇨🇳 歧视性地 (qíshì xìng de)
🇸🇮 diskriminatorno
🇮🇸 mismunandi
🇰🇿 дискриминациялық түрде
🇬🇪 დისკრიმინაციულად
🇦🇿 ayrı-seçkiliklə
🇲🇽 discriminatoriamente
Etymology
The word 'discriminatively' is derived from the verb 'discriminate', which comes from the Latin word 'discriminare', meaning to distinguish or separate. The adverb form 'discriminatively' is used to describe actions or behaviors that involve making fine distinctions or differences. It emphasizes the ability to recognize and act upon subtle variations in a particular context.