adj
discriminating
dihs-KRIH-mih-nay-tihng
adj
1
Having good judgement and a fine sense of quality; able to spot subtle differences.
"The restaurant caters to a discriminating clientele."
"She has a discriminating eye for good design."
How to Use Discriminating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving refined, careful judgement — especially about quality or taste.
Common mistake
This positive sense (fine judgement/taste) is different from "discriminating against" someone, which is negative and unfair.
Common pairings
discriminating taste
discriminating palate
Word Forms
more discriminating comparative, most discriminating superlative
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The restaurant caters to a _____ clientele.