highly discriminated

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "highly discriminated" is not correct in standard English usage.
It is typically intended to describe a group or individual that experiences significant discrimination, but the phrasing is awkward and not commonly used. Example: "Many individuals from marginalized communities feel highly discriminated against in various aspects of life."

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Eight 8p11-12 genes (ASH2L, BAG4, BRF2, DDHD2, LSM1, PROSC, RAB11FIP1, and WHSC1L1) together with the a priori selected FGFR1 gene, highly discriminated FGFR1 amplification (area under the receiver operating characteristic curve ≥0.82, all genes and all cohorts).

The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics

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Similar Expressions

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Discrimination parameters were limited to this range because items with very low discrimination (i.e., less than 0.5) are rarely used in item banks, whereas highly discriminating items (i.e., true discrimination parameters greater than 2.5) tend to be poorly estimated (i.e., positively biased) parameters [ 36].

BMC Medical Research Methodology

UMAT is designed to be highly discriminating; the test is deliberately selected to maximise discrimination around putative selection thresholds, thus forgoing fine discrimination amongst those who clearly exceed this threshold.

BMC Medical Education

There were eleven highly discriminating items (D = 0.3 - 1), thirteen slightly discriminating items (D = 0.1 - 0.3), and three poorly discriminating (17, 21, and 23; D < 0.1) items.

BMC Psychiatry

To watch the singer and pianist is to appreciate the power of a carefully deployed pop-jazz minimalism combined with a highly discriminating taste in songs.

The New York Times - Arts

To watch this singer and pianist is to appreciate the power of a carefully deployed pop-jazz minimalism combined with a highly discriminating taste in songs.

The New York Times - Arts

(Stephen Holden) * BLOSSOM DEARIE (Tomorrow and Sunday) To watch this singer and pianist is to appreciate the power of a carefully deployed pop-jazz minimalism combined with a highly discriminating taste in songs.

The New York Times

The C.I.A. and the Obama Administration have sold their policy on the proposition that drone strikes — and the intensive, sometimes days-long aerial surveillance that typically precedes them — are a highly discriminating form of warfare.

The New Yorker

*BLOSSOM DEARIE (Sunday) To watch this singer and pianist is to appreciate the power of a carefully deployed pop-jazz minimalism combined with a highly discriminating taste in songs.

The New York Times

No one doubts that fingerprints can, and do, serve as a highly discriminating identifier, and digital photographic enhancement and computer databases now promise to make fingerprint identification more useful than ever before.

The New York Times

Seven compounds were found to highly discriminate between healthy controls and nephrolithiasis patients with a history of melamine exposure.

Journal of Chromatography B

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Instead of saying something is "highly discriminated", consider rephrasing to "severely discriminated against" or "subjected to strong discrimination" for better clarity and grammatical correctness.

Common error

Avoid using "highly discriminated" as it's not a standard or grammatically sound way to express the experience of being discriminated against. Opt for phrases like "highly discriminated against" or rephrase using "subjected to discrimination".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "highly discriminated" functions as an adjective-verb combination, attempting to describe the intensity of discriminatory action. However, according to Ludwig, this phrasing is not standard English and is considered grammatically incorrect. It is typically intended to describe a group or individual that experiences significant discrimination.

Expression frequency: Rare

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "highly discriminated" attempts to convey a significant degree of unfair treatment, it is grammatically incorrect and not recommended in standard English. According to Ludwig, alternatives such as "highly discriminated against", "severely discriminated against", or "subjected to significant discrimination" are more appropriate. The phrase appears rarely, with evidence suggesting it may show up mostly in scientific contexts, and even there, it should be avoided in favor of clearer and more correct phrasing.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

severely discriminated against

Emphasizes the intensity and direction of the discriminatory action.

subjected to strong discrimination

Rephrases the concept using "subjected to" for clarity and grammatical correctness.

faced significant discrimination

Uses "faced" to indicate the experience of encountering discrimination.

victims of intense discrimination

Highlights the victimhood aspect and severity of discrimination.

experienced acute discrimination

Replaces "highly" with "acute" to convey a sharp and intense experience of discrimination.

targets of blatant discrimination

Focuses on being the target of obvious discriminatory actions.

grossly discriminated against

Uses "grossly" to amplify the degree of unfairness in the discrimination.

unjustly discriminated against

Highlights the injustice inherent in the discriminatory treatment.

heavily discriminated against

Emphasizes the weight or burden of the discriminatory experience.

markedly discriminated against

Indicates a noticeable and distinct level of discriminatory treatment.

FAQs

How can I correctly use the concept of "highly discriminated" in a sentence?

The phrase "highly discriminated" is generally considered incorrect. You should instead use phrases like "highly discriminated against", "severely discriminated against", or "subjected to significant discrimination".

What are some alternatives to "highly discriminated" that are grammatically correct?

Instead of "highly discriminated", consider alternatives such as "subjected to discrimination", "heavily discriminated against", or "faced significant discrimination".

Is it better to say "highly discriminated" or "highly discriminated against"?

"Highly discriminated against" is the more grammatically correct and commonly used phrase. The phrase "highly discriminated" on its own is not standard English.

What's the difference between "highly discriminated against" and "slightly discriminated against"?

"Highly discriminated against" indicates a severe or significant level of discrimination, whereas "slightly discriminated against" suggests a mild or minor level of discrimination. The former implies a stronger and more impactful experience of unfair treatment.