1. to recognize or perceive the difference between things
2. to treat people unfairly based on their race, gender, age, or other characteristics

Examples

• The wine expert discriminates between subtle flavors that most people cannot detect.
• A good teacher discriminates between different learning styles among students.
• The company discriminates against older workers in their hiring practices.
• It is illegal to discriminate based on race or religion.
• She can discriminate between authentic and fake designer handbags.
• The law prohibits employers from discriminating against pregnant women.
• His trained ear discriminates between the sounds of different musical instruments.