1. manifesting partiality
e.g. a discriminatory tax
preferential tariff rates
preferential treatment
a preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting
Synonym: preferential
2. being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand
e.g. a prejudiced judge
Synonym: prejudiced
3. capable of making fine distinctions
Synonym: discriminative
4. containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice
e.g. discriminatory attitudes and practices
invidious comparisons
Synonym: invidious