as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a discerning critic of modern art
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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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as in differentiating
to understand or point out the difference in
too young to discern between right and wrong
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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
PCMAG, 1 Dec. 2024
First, audiences are more discerning than ever, seeking out the deeper truths behind appearances and brand promises.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Adrian Swinscoe, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Now for discerning Cognac fans this is the chance to create a completely bespoke cognac experience.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
But for the more discerning shopper, watch for the Chromebook Plus branding mentioned earlier, which has to meet certain hardware requirements, such as a better CPU, at least 8GB of RAM, 128GB or more of storage, and a 1080p display and webcam.
—PCMAG, 1 Dec. 2024
First, audiences are more discerning than ever, seeking out the deeper truths behind appearances and brand promises.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Verb
Customers are becoming more discerning, demanding transparency and accountability from businesses.
—Adrian Swinscoe, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Now for discerning Cognac fans this is the chance to create a completely bespoke cognac experience.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discerning
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While most ski down the mountain when ready to leave, my friends and I took a gondola, which was the easier and wiser choice after a few margaritas.Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement The storyline also unfolds with the wise mandrill Rafiki (John Kani), who recounts Mufasa’s past through flashbacks to Kiara (Blue Ivy Carter), the cub daughter of Simba (Donald Glover) and Nala (Beyoncé Knowles).Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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With this approach, grocers can display all store items online, differentiating between those immediately available and those available at a future date.Devadas Pattathil, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Many of these startups position themselves as AI search engines centered on scholarly research—each with differentiating product features and target audiences.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 18 Dec. 2024
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The prudent uptake is that instilling a purpose is probably better than leaving the slate blank.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The move is in line with Barra's comments to investors earlier this fall that the company is becoming increasingly prudent in its capital allocation to align production capacity with demand.Jamie L. LaReau, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Russian speakers in the experiment proved faster than English speakers at distinguishing shades that corresponded to that lexical distinction.Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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While the ambitious stories and powerful performances help Farscape stand out in small-screen sci-fi, the most distinguishing aspect is the awesome muppets, courtesy of the Jim Henson Company.Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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The 350-page autobiography is told through remembered moments, insightful observations and dozens of his most beloved newspaper columns written during his more than three decades on the job at the newspaper at 520 W. Broadway.Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
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The second generation of these types of studies will perhaps be more insightful than the first.Megan Poinski, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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American Baptist missionaries in the 1800s converted Indians and Burmese to the faith, and churches in the Milwaukee area are seeing the effects of those conversions today, especially among Burmese refugees.Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Was great seeing Voro knock Patty on his ass.Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The organization has challenged over 100 scholarships and programs discriminating against White and Asian students at universities across the country.Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 22 Dec. 2024
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Winning Tom Hanks the first of his two consecutive Oscars, Philadelphia traces the story of Andrew Beckett, an accomplished attorney who gets wrongfully terminated from his job, and sues his former employers for discriminating against him as a gay man with AIDS.Tomris Laffly, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
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However, hours may vary by location, so check with your local store regarding their specific hours before visiting.Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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No further details have been shared regarding identification of the body or speculation as to what occurred, as the investigation is ongoing.Shyla Watson, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Discerning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discerning. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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