as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a discerning critic of modern art
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1
as in noticing
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
barely able to discern the garden gate through the mist
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2
as in differentiating
to understand or point out the difference in
too young to discern between right and wrong
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3
as in understanding
to have a clear idea of
we're still trying to discern the meaning of that cryptic remark
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Recent Examples of discerning
Tina Gada, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Guests are becoming more discerning and adventurous in their tastes, looking for more than just classic offerings.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Lara Devgan, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Some dogs will eat anything in front of them, while others are more discerning.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside Online, 5 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Brands that prioritize ethical AI will not only build user trust but also gain a competitive edge in an increasingly discerning marketplace.
—Tina Gada, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Guests are becoming more discerning and adventurous in their tastes, looking for more than just classic offerings.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
Patients and consumers are becoming more discerning, gravitating toward those who deliver consistently superior results.
—Lara Devgan, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Some dogs will eat anything in front of them, while others are more discerning.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside Online, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discerning
Adjective
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Guidance and tariffs Dover made a few wise adjustments to its full-year outlook.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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Deferring college acceptance—postponing enrollment typically for one year—can be a thoughtful strategy when life circumstances, personal goals or practical considerations suggest that waiting might be the wiser path.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Testers say the main differentiating factor between this and other wearables is the sleep information, and especially for women, there is the extra bonus of an accurate cycle tracker.—
Health Editorial Team,
Health,
14 Mar. 2025
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Leaders must also work against the misunderstanding of these tools both within and outside their organizations—educating stakeholders on what these tools can and cannot do and differentiating them from the chatbots of days gone by.—
Sriram Nagaswamy,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Aston Villa accounting period covered 13 months, not one year. Source: Club financial statements All of which begs the question: are Levy and Spurs being excessively prudent?—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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As a result, many universities, including those in states with a 7% cap on prudent spending, will likely be able to increase their use of endowment funds to maintain their budgets at prior levels.—
Ellen P. Aprill,
The Conversation,
21 Apr. 2025
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The military men are more distinct, largely because they’re either played by somewhat familiar faces — including Will Poulter, as Captain Erik, the head of the initial operation — or have distinguishing features, like the mustache on Elliott (Cosmo Jarvis), the head sniper.—
Manohla Dargis,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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With that in mind, Singleton emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between privacy and anonymity.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For those interested in experiencing Nazareno's art firsthand, visiting the DuSable Museum's upcoming exhibition promises an insightful journey into the intersection of Afro-Brazilian traditions and contemporary artistic expression.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The Denver Post’s MLB beat reporter fields the most engaging, the most insightful and the most entertaining questions in his very own Rockies Mailbag.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In particular, health districts and hospitals are seeing more flu and pertussis, known as whooping cough.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Jan. 2025
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The games have been about playing spoiler in the NFC playoff picture and seeing what on this 2024 roster is transferrable to the future.—
Saad Yousuf,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Advocates say this could help tackle crime whilst critics have raised concerns about data privacy and about models potentially discriminating against certain groups.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Woodman would have to include the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the people or organizations allegedly discriminating, along with the exact dates of the events.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding pay and leave.—
Tom Spiggle,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Operations in Egypt are only just recovering from a production slump, and uncertainty remains regarding the start of production for its Suriname project.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Discerning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discerning. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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