Discrimination means treating people unfairly or less favourably because of who they are, what they believe, or where they come from. It happens when someone's identity—such as race, religion, gender, caste, or disability—becomes the reason for unfair actions against them. The meaning of DISCRIMINATION is the act, practice, or an instance of unfairly treating a person or group differently from other people or groups on a class or categorical basis (such as race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation) : prejudiced or prejudicial outlook or practice. Discrimination is the unfair treatment of individuals or groups based on characteristics like race, gender, age, or disability, violating equality and rights. Discrimination is also prejudice against people and a refusal to give them their rights. He showed discrimination in his reading habits. He will work in partnership with a range of organizations to help eliminate discrimination against disabled people.
