| Adj. | 1. | discriminatory - being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand; "a prejudiced judge" | |
| 2. | discriminatory - containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice; "discriminatory attitudes and practices"; "invidious comparisons"unfavorable, unfavourable - not encouraging or approving or pleasing; "unfavorable conditions"; "an unfavorable comparison"; "unfavorable comments" | |
| 3. | discriminatory - capable of making fine distinctionsdiscriminating - showing or indicating careful judgment and discernment especially in matters of taste; "the discriminating eye of the connoisseur" | |
| 4. | discriminatory - manifesting partiality; "a discriminatory tax"; "preferential tariff rates"; "preferential treatment"; "a preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting"advantageous - giving an advantage; "a contract advantageous to our country"; "socially advantageous to entertain often" | |