1
as in insight
the ability to understand inner qualities or relationships
the author's keen perceptiveness allows her some unique insights into the lives of real-life heroes
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2
as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
a drama critic who was much respected for the perceptiveness of his critical observations
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Noun
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After completing a cleaning cycle, users receive a 2D map of the pool’s layout and cleaning paths, offering insights into the areas covered.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025 -
That kind of clarity – knowing what matters, and acting on it – demands both insight and courage.—
Eric Mosley,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Rather than seeing her emotional sensitivity as a liability, Post uses therapeutic work to transform it into a business asset. ForbesWomen: Get the ForbesWomen newsletter, and supercharge your mission with success stories, tips and more.—
Megan Bruneau,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Children: Children have a higher sensitivity to chlorella and spirulina than adults.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
8 May 2025
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“Perceptiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptiveness. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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