undiscriminating

/'ʌndis'krimineitiɳ/

Thân thiện

A tourist takes an undiscriminating photo of the entire crowded market.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Lacking the ability to make careful distinctions or judgments: Describes a person, action, or approach that does not show discernment, taste, or critical judgment. It implies a failure to recognize or appreciate differences in quality, value, or suitability.

Usage and Examples

• General Use:

  • He was an undiscriminating collector, buying every stamp he saw without checking their condition or rarity.
  • The restaurant's undiscriminating menu tried to appeal to everyone but satisfied no one.

• Describing Taste or Appreciation:

  • Her undiscriminating palate couldn't tell the difference between the cheap wine and the expensive vintage.
  • The film critic was known for being harsh, but never undiscriminating.

Advanced Usage and Nuances

• "Undiscriminating" vs. "Indiscriminate": While closely related, "undiscriminating" often describes a or their (e.g., an undiscriminating reader). "Indiscriminate" more commonly describes or done without choice or care (e.g., indiscriminate violence, indiscriminate spending).
• In Formal/Technical Contexts: Can describe systems, algorithms, or processes that apply the same rule to all inputs without making necessary distinctions.
  • The software's undiscriminating filter blocked all emails containing the word "free," including important business correspondence.

Variants and Related Words

• Indiscriminate (adj): Done at random or without careful judgment. (e.g., )
• Uncritical (adj): Not expressing criticism or using careful judgment, especially in accepting things. (e.g., )
• Undiscerning (adj): Lacking perception, insight, or judgment. (Very close synonym to "undiscriminating").

Synonyms

• Unselective: Not making a careful choice.
• Uncritical: Not inclined to judge, especially favorably.
• Indiscriminate: Making no distinctions; confused or random.

Antonyms

• Discriminating: Showing good judgment or taste.
• Selective: Characterized by careful choice.
• Discerning: Having or showing good judgment.
• Fastidious: Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not discriminating

Từ đồng nghĩa

• indiscriminating