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nondiscrimination

/ˌnɑːn.dɪˌskrɪm.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
(UK: non-discrimination)
non · dis · crim · i · na · tion
Adjective:nondiscriminatory
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nondiscrimination Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The practice or policy of treating all people fairly and equally, without prejudice or bias based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Example

"The university's nondiscrimination policy ensures that every applicant receives an equal opportunity for admission."

2

In international trade and economics, the principle that a country or business should extend the same tariff rates, regulatory rules, and commercial privileges to all trading partners equally.

Example

"Multilateral trade agreements rely on the principle of nondiscrimination to prevent countries from imposing punitive tariffs on specific nations."

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• Rhymes for nondiscrimination

• Nearby Words

nondisabled
nondisclosure
nondiscriminating
nondiscrimination
nondiscriminatory
nondisruptive
nondogmatically

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nondiscrimination. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nondiscrimination
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