Discriminately
adv
adv ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adverb
- 1 Distinctly; In a manner that perceives or exhibits differences.
"Apparently, young children do not need higher-order concepts, or theory, to understand intentional states discriminately."
- 2 In a discriminating manner; showing discerning taste or judgement.
"Behind the tall-backed and elaborately wrought chairs, stand the servants, men and maidens—fifteen in number—discriminately selected, not only with a view to their industry and faithfulness, but with special regard to their personal appearance, their graceful agility and captivating address."
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More examples"Apparently, young children do not need higher-order concepts, or theory, to understand intentional states discriminately."
Etymology
From discriminate + -ly.
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