indiscriminate
1 synonym and 1 antonym for indiscriminate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Done without care to distinguish between different people, things, or situations; random or unselective.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use indiscriminate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
indiscriminate violence
indiscriminate use
indiscriminate killing
Etymology
First recorded in 1598, built from in- (\"not\") plus discriminate.
Full origin of indiscriminate →Frequently asked questions
What does “indiscriminate” mean?
The word “indiscriminate” means done without care to distinguish between different people, things, or situations; random or unselective. In plain terms, not picking and choosing — treating everything or everyone the same, usually carelessly.
How do you pronounce “indiscriminate”?
“Indiscriminate” is pronounced ihn-dihs-KRIHM-ihn-uht (/ɪn.dɪsˈkɹɪm.ɪn.ət/ in IPA).
How do you use “indiscriminate” in a sentence?
Here is “indiscriminate” used in a sentence: “The bombing caused indiscriminate destruction across the neighborhood.”
What is another word for “indiscriminate”?
Words with a similar meaning to “indiscriminate” include promiscuous.
What part of speech is “indiscriminate”?
“Indiscriminate” is an adjective.
Where does the word “indiscriminate” come from?
The word “indiscriminate” dates back to around 1598. First recorded in 1598, built from in- (\"not\") plus discriminate.
