indiscriminate
|in-dis-crim-i-nate|
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/ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnət/
without distinction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'indiscriminate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'indiscriminatus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'discriminare' meant 'to separate or distinguish.'
Historical Evolution
'indiscriminatus' transformed into the English word 'indiscriminate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not separated or distinguished,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'done at random or without careful judgment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
done at random or without careful judgment.
The indiscriminate use of pesticides can harm the environment.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41