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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences
due to their ability to rotate their ears, cats are very perceptive when it comes to pinpointing the source of a sound
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as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a perceptive therapist was able to discover what was really troubling the youth
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Recent Examples of perceptive
Felines may also be more perceptive than many realize.
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Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Thanks to editors Leah Goudsmit and Ferne Pearlstein’s perceptive work, a clear picture of the subject quickly emerges.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 31 Aug. 2025
You’re determined, perceptive and adventurous.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2025
Evie was intelligent, basically, but not very perceptive.
—Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2025
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Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Thanks to editors Leah Goudsmit and Ferne Pearlstein’s perceptive work, a clear picture of the subject quickly emerges.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 31 Aug. 2025
You’re determined, perceptive and adventurous.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2025
Evie was intelligent, basically, but not very perceptive.
—Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptive
Adjective
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Options may include topical corticosteroids or nonsteroidal immunomodulators, which are often used on sensitive areas or for long-term control.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Made without parabens, soaps or alcohols, the hypoallergenic wipes are great for all skin types, including sensitive skin.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The initial idea was Woltemade and Yoane Wissa would dovetail minutes wise, with the former Brentford striker expected to start more often in the short term to allow the German a period to acclimatise.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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And speaking of which, Christmas is right around the corner, and we parents are already stretched thin budget-wise.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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One in particular was slow working, keen nosed, and close ranging.—
Worth Matthewson,
Outdoor Life,
2 Oct. 2025
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Hartwell was not keen on the idea.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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At this point, a prudent President would have stayed silent.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
26 Sep. 2025
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And for a program run by a nation-state or a billionaire that doesn't want to have a rocket blow up, this is prudent.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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For example, a question about how much remaining personal time off an employee has gets a quick response without having to open a case with HR.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Audio is fine for quick answers, while the slim design looks good in a hallway.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Guerrero's response was certainly insightful and something that could certainly get overlooked at times.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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Brennan and Murphy could’ve ended the season with its fourth episode, which features its most insightful observations about the United States’ blinkered perspective on political violence.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Timely treatment of acute illnesses and consistent management of chronic conditions or special needs are also vital to prevent deterioration and long-term consequences into adulthood.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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On April 22, Carlos Gonzalez-Hernandez died of acute renal failure.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Perceptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptive. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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