indiscriminate

/ɪn.dɪsˈkɹɪm.ɪn.ət/

ɪn · DꞮSKɹꞮM · ɪn · ət (4 syllables)

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Definition

Not marked by discrimination or discernment; (by extension) confused, promiscuous.

Etymology

First attested in 1598; from in- + discriminate.

Example Sentences

  • "Otanes […] commanded an indiscriminate slaughter, without regard to age or to place."
  • "The UK's fishing industry has complained that Ocean is “indiscriminate” (arguably an ironic adjective for anyone involved in trawling)."
  • "How can anyone be so indiscriminate in making friends as he is?"
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