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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
This lucid and perceptive book is a valuable guide to what is at stake in the ongoing conflict.
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Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
But the two portraits are complementary nonetheless, each perceptive about the balance women are expected to find between emotional honesty and smiling reserve.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 27 Dec. 2024
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The Moon Is in Tender Cancer
The moon in Cancer is a perceptive and doting lunar placement on a good day.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
For high-achieving professionals, especially those who are naturally more sensitive and perceptive, emotional investment in work can be both a blessing and a curse.
—Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
But the two portraits are complementary nonetheless, each perceptive about the balance women are expected to find between emotional honesty and smiling reserve.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 27 Dec. 2024
These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Be in Their Villain Era This October
The Moon Is in Tender Cancer
The moon in Cancer is a perceptive and doting lunar placement on a good day.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
For high-achieving professionals, especially those who are naturally more sensitive and perceptive, emotional investment in work can be both a blessing and a curse.
—Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptive
Adjective
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This question asks for personal sensitive information that is protected by privacy laws.—
Terry Parris Jr.,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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Many fractional leaders work across industries or sign non-compete agreements to avoid working with direct competitors, but companies must establish clear expectations to protect sensitive information.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The decision to put Kreider in over Kyle Connor, who has 30 goals this year, did not end up looking like a wise one.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Plunkett is not the first critic to trouble the popular conception of Frost as a wise woodsman dispensing comfort and inspiration.—
Maggie Doherty,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But the web giant — always keen to serve up what its customers are looking for — has not given up on the high end.—
Evan Clark,
WWD,
16 Feb. 2025
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Hammer seems keen on taking control of his own narrative.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Retirees don’t have as much time to recover their losses, so accumulating precious metals like gold and silver can be a prudent move.—
Marc Guberti,
Sacramento Bee,
26 Feb. 2025
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Indeed, its tonal balance feels of a piece with the playwright’s personality—erudition and prudent attention to identity and representation leavened with irreverent nods to his throat chakra, The Artist’s Way, and teen soaps on The WB.—
Marley Marius,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But don’t be too quick to go for short-term solutions.—
Ray Titus,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Austin-Healey was quick to capitalize on the Sprite’s sporting success.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The drunken revelations between Vanya and the doctor are among the most insightful moments in the show.—
Karen D'Souza,
The Mercury News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Both options include overnight stays at The Inn and include fun bonuses such as film screenings, evening cocktails, and insightful lectures.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Even against the background of the L.A. carnage, Australia’s experience is undeniably more acute.—
Charlie Campbell / Melbourne and Canberra,
TIME,
19 Feb. 2025
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Polymicrobial infections are acute and chronic diseases that can be caused by a combination of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites, according to the US National Insititutes of Health.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Perceptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptive. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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