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discriminated of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "discriminated of" is not correct in English.
The correct expression would typically be "discriminated against." Example: "Many individuals feel they have been discriminated against due to their race or gender."
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Alternative expressions(2)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
2 human-written examples
Now the secretary said, "The youth of this nation, the minorities of this nation, the discriminated of this nation are not going to wait for 'nature to take its course.' What is really at issue here is responsibility – moral responsibility".
Wiki
The primers chosen discriminated of P. brasiliensis isolates into groups with very low genetic similarity indexes 17-355% when the Pb01 isolate was included or at least 50-60% when it was not) [ 5, 26, 41].
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
Law schools have rights of freedom of association and academic freedom to keep those who have a policy of discriminating out of their learning environments.
News & Media
"We never discriminated on the basis of race," he said.
News & Media
I've only ever discriminated on the basis of behavior.
News & Media
"Consider what the full implications of discriminating on the basis of religion will mean.
News & Media
Many of the vulnerable, excluded and discriminated groups of children are linked to the same causes.
Formal & Business
In its current standing the assay is capable of discriminating samples of healthy individuals from samples of pancreatic cancer patients.
b The discriminated degree of different transformed maps.
The model presented here provides a step toward the goal of discriminating mechanisms of disease-inducing mutations.
Science
The notion of being discriminated against because of gender does not even occur to her.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using "discriminated of". The correct and widely accepted form is "discriminated against".
Common error
Don't substitute "against" with "of" after "discriminated". This error undermines clarity and grammatical correctness.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "discriminated of" functions incorrectly as a prepositional phrase. The verb "discriminate" requires the preposition "against" to correctly convey the meaning of unfair treatment. Ludwig AI identifies this as grammatically incorrect.
Frequent in
Science
25%
News & Media
25%
Formal & Business
25%
Less common in
Wiki
25%
News & Media
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while instances of the phrase "discriminated of" appear in various sources, it is considered grammatically incorrect. The correct form is "discriminated against". Ludwig AI confirms this assessment, recommending the use of "discriminated against" or semantically similar phrases to ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy. Remember that the quality and clarity of your writing hinges on using correct grammar.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
discriminated against
This is the standard and grammatically correct phrasing.
subjected to discrimination
Focuses on the action of discrimination being imposed on someone.
treated unfairly
Emphasizes the inequitable treatment received.
victimized by prejudice
Highlights the role of prejudice in the discriminatory act.
targets of bias
Emphasizes that specific individuals are targeted by bias.
victims of discrimination
Highlights the people harmed by discrimination.
faced discrimination
Focuses on the experience of encountering discrimination.
experienced bias
Emphasizes the personal experience of bias.
disadvantaged by prejudice
Focuses on the negative impact of prejudice.
marginalized due to bias
Highlights the act of being pushed to the margins of society because of bias.
FAQs
What's the correct way to say someone experienced unfair treatment?
The correct phrasing is "discriminated against". Using "discriminated of" is grammatically incorrect.
What can I say instead of "discriminated of"?
Use "discriminated against", "subjected to discrimination", or "treated unfairly" depending on the specific context.
Is "discriminated of" grammatically correct?
No, "discriminated of" is not grammatically correct. The standard English usage is "discriminated against".
When should I use "discriminated against"?
Use "discriminated against" when you want to express that someone has been treated unfairly due to their belonging to a particular group or possessing a certain characteristic.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
78%
Authority and reliability
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested