释义 |
indiscrimination|ɪndɪskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən| [f. in-3 + discrimination.] The fact of not discriminating or making distinctions; the condition of not being discriminated; absence of distinction; want of discrimination or discernment.
1649Jer. Taylor Gt. Exemp. i. §6. 97 Since God had hindered him [Herod] from the executions of a distinguishing sword he resolved to send a sword of indiscrimination and confusion. 1659Hammond On Ps. xcii. 9 What ever indiscrimination there appears between them here in this world. 1796S. Horsley Serm. (1812) I. 240 The like indiscrimination may prevail in higher orders. 1876Lowell Among my Bks. Ser. ii. 325 As far indeed is his ‘Lamia’ from the lavish indiscrimination of ‘Endymion’. 1894Westm. Gaz. 16 Nov. 3/2 In spite of her indiscrimination and lack of sound judgment, which has alienated many. |