discerning
adjectiveAble to notice and judge important differences or qualities.
Showing keen judgment
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Clear all filtersAble to notice and judge important differences or qualities.
Showing keen judgment
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The ability to notice distinctions and make sound judgments.
Sound perceptive judgment
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Sharpness of perception, thought, or a sense such as vision.
Sharpness of thought
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Clearly visible or understandable; also seeming true although the reality may differ.
Clearly evident
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Quick to notice and understand important details.
Perceptive and practically wise
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Skill in noticing what matters and making sound practical judgments.
Able to recognize fine differences in quality or character.
Sensitive to fine distinctions
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Clear from what can be observed or understood.
Clearly perceptible
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Clear, sharp, and perceptive in thought or expression.
Sharply perceptive
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Done without careful selection or distinction.
A clear understanding of an underlying feature, cause, or relationship.
Showing careful thought and sound judgment.
Quick to notice details and changes.
To become aware of something through the senses or to understand it in a particular way.
The process of noticing or understanding something, or the resulting view or interpretation.
Awareness or interpretation
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Quick to recognize and understand important details or meanings.
Quick to understand
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Keen insight and an ability to perceive what others may miss.
Sound judgment and keen understanding.
Showing deep wisdom or sound judgment.
The capacity to perceive or respond to feelings, impressions, or artistic qualities.
Quick to understand a situation and make effective practical judgments.
Sharp practical judgment and an ability to recognize what matters.
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