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Discern: meaning, definitions and examples

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discern

 

[ dษชหˆsษœหrn ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

perceive accurately

To discern means to perceive or recognize something with clarity and accuracy. It involves the ability to distinguish subtle differences or details, often through careful observation or analysis. Discerning individuals are able to see beyond the surface and understand the true nature of things.

Synonyms

detect, discriminate, distinguish, perceive, recognize

Examples of usage

  • He could discern the faint outline of a figure in the darkness.
  • She has a discerning eye for quality and craftsmanship.
  • His keen intellect allows him to discern patterns others might miss.
Context #2 | Noun

understanding

As a noun, discern refers to the ability to understand or perceive things clearly. It is often associated with wisdom, insight, and good judgment. A person with discernment is able to make wise decisions and see the truth in complex situations.

Synonyms

insight, judgment, perception, understanding, wisdom

Examples of usage

  • Her discern of human nature helped her navigate tricky social situations.
  • The novel reveals a deep discern into the human condition.
  • The professor's discern of the subject matter was evident in his lectures.

Translations

Translations of the word "discern" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น discernir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคนเคšเคพเคจเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช unterscheiden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ membedakan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทั€ั–ะทะฝัั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rozrรณลผniaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ‹ๅˆ†ใ‘ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท discerner

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ discernir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ayฤฑrt etmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌ๋ณ„ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠู…ูŠุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rozliลกovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rozliลกovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่พจๅˆซ (biร nbiรฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razlikovati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ aรฐgreina

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะถั‹ั€ะฐั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒฉแƒ”แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fษ™rqlษ™ndirmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ discernir

Etymology

The word 'discern' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'discerner'. It first appeared in the 14th century with the meaning 'to separate or distinguish'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass the idea of perceiving or recognizing something with clarity and accuracy. The concept of discernment has been valued in various philosophical and religious traditions as a key attribute of wisdom and insight.

See also: discernible, discernibly, discerning, discerningly, discernment, indiscernible.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,457 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.