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discernment noun

  • The ability to perceive differences that exist.
  • Discretion in judging objectively.
 discernement

discern verb

  /dɪˈsɜːn/ , /dɪˈsɝn/ , /dɪˈzɜːn/ , /dɪˈzɝn/
  • (transitive) To detect with the senses, especially with the eyes.
  • (transitive) To perceive, recognize, or comprehend with the mind; to descry.
  • (transitive) To distinguish something as being different from something else; to differentiate or discriminate.
 discerner

discernible adjective

  /dɪˈsɜːnɪbl̩/ , /dɪˈsɝnɪbl̩/
  • Possible to discern; detectable or derivable by use of the senses or the intellect.
 discernable

discerning adjective

  /dɪˈsɜːn.iŋ/ , /dɪˈsɝn.iŋ/
  • Of keen insight or selective judgement; perceptive.
 exigeant
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