discriminating
Translation
discriminating, discerning, selective
Examples
She has a discriminating taste in art.
She has a discriminating taste in art.
The store caters to a discriminating clientele.
The store caters to a discriminating clientele.
Grammar Patterns
((discriminating)) + noun showing good judgment She has a discriminating taste in art.
Similar Words
Synonyms: discerning, selective, fastidious; Antonyms: indiscriminate
Etymology
From Latin 'discriminare' (to distinguish), from 'dis-' (apart) and 'cernere' (to sift).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who can 'discriminate' or tell the difference between good and bad quality.