discriminating
UK/dɪ'skrɪmɪneɪtɪŋ/US/dis'krimineitiŋ/
B2
Definitions
adj.
Having good judgment and the ability to notice fine differences
有鉴赏力的；眼光敏锐的
Root Breakdown
Root-deriveddiscriminat(e)not, apart, away
+
-ingaccusation, crime, judgment
=discriminating
The -ing adjective of discriminate, frozen in its positive 'distinguish' sense: a discriminating person can tell fine things apart — a sign of refined taste, not prejudice.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The restaurant appeals to discriminating diners who value quality.
- 2.
She has a discriminating eye for genuine antiques.