discriminating
discriminating — 形容詞
- discriminatingpositive
- more discriminatingcomparative
- most discriminatingsuperlative
1. able to notice small differences in quality and to choose what is truly excellen
有鑑賞力的
能辨別優劣；有品味判斷力的
able to notice small differences in quality and to choose what is truly excellent or suitable, especially in areas such as art, food, fashion, or design
The gallery owner has a discriminating eye and only shows work by talented young artists.
這位畫廊主人有鑑賞力，只展出有才華的年輕藝術家的作品。
collocation: discriminating eye
Niran's discriminating taste in wine means he never buys cheap bottles from supermarkets.
Niran 對葡萄酒的品味很有鑑賞力，他從來不買超市的廉價酒。
collocation: discriminating taste
Stefan's restaurant menu appeals to discriminating diners who value fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Stefan 的餐廳菜單吸引有鑑賞力的食客，他們重視新鮮的當季食材。
Charlotte chose a discriminating mix of modern and antique furniture for the living room.
Charlotte 為客廳挑選了現代家具和古董家具，展現出她有鑑賞力的搭配眼光。
For the discriminating traveler, this guidebook recommends small hotels with local character.
對於有鑑賞力的旅客，這本旅遊指南推薦了具有在地特色的小型旅館。
- discerning
more formal and broader — can apply to judgment in general, not only taste
- perceptive
focuses on noticing things quickly and accurately, not necessarily about quality
- selective
emphasises being careful about choices rather than having refined taste
- undiscriminating
direct opposite — accepting anything without judging quality
- indiscriminate
lacking selectivity or judgment, often with a sense of carelessness
用法筆記
This sense carries a positive meaning (showing good taste or judgment). Do not confuse with discriminatory, which has a negative meaning related to unfair treatment of groups of people.