Discrimination

Synonyms of discrimination

• bias
• prejudice
• bigotry

Antonyms of discrimination

• fairness
• equality
• impartiality

Collocations of discrimination

racial discrimination

Frequency: 80 %

The company was sued for racial discrimination in the workplace.

gender discrimination

Frequency: 75 %

She filed a complaint against the company for gender discrimination during the hiring process.

age discrimination

Frequency: 70 %

The law prohibits age discrimination in employment practices.

discrimination based on sexual orientation

Frequency: 65 %

The organization promotes equality and fights against discrimination based on sexual orientation.

religious discrimination

Frequency: 60 %

He experienced religious discrimination at his workplace because of his beliefs.

Idiomatic Expressions for discrimination

• Phrase: reverse discrimination
  Meaning: when members of a majority group are treated unfairly because of efforts to promote equality for minority groups
  Usage: Some argue that affirmative action policies can lead to reverse discrimination against white males.