Discriminative (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Expressing careful judgment; "discriminative censure"; "a biography ...appreciative and yet judicial in purpose"-Tyler Dennett.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The art critic's discriminative eye picked up on the subtle nuances in the painter's use of color and light.
- The discriminative approach to hiring ensured that only the most qualified candidates were selected for the position.
- The judge's discriminative judgment was respected by both the prosecution and the defense for its fairness and impartiality.
- The reviewer's discriminative analysis of the novel highlighted both its strengths and weaknesses, providing a balanced assessment.
- The curator's discriminative selection of artworks for the exhibition resulted in a cohesive and thought-provoking show.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Capable of making fine distinctions.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The art critic's discriminative eye picked up on the subtle nuances in the painter's use of color and light.
- Her discriminative palate allowed her to detect even the slightest variations in the flavor profiles of the different wines.
- The discriminative algorithm was able to accurately identify the specific species of bird from the audio recording of its song.
- The chef's discriminative sense of smell enabled him to detect the precise moment when the sauce had reached the perfect balance of flavors.
- The discriminative reader was able to distinguish between the author's intended meaning and the subtle biases that underlay the text.