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
Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
This change reflects a more discerning approach in an environment characterized by tight monetary conditions and market uncertainties.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 16 Sep. 2024
Soulaima Gourani, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Whether smoothly curved, angular and geometric, or chunky and metallic, this eye-catching component, while often subtle, instantly up-levels any fall outfit while showcasing your discerning eye for detail.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
In today’s digital age, the public is more discerning than ever, and implausible narratives will no longer suffice.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
This change reflects a more discerning approach in an environment characterized by tight monetary conditions and market uncertainties.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 16 Sep. 2024
Verb
Consumers are more discerning and socially conscious than ever.
—Soulaima Gourani, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Whether smoothly curved, angular and geometric, or chunky and metallic, this eye-catching component, while often subtle, instantly up-levels any fall outfit while showcasing your discerning eye for detail.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discerning
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No one’s ever asked the kids up in the Grading The Week offices to help them with their taxes, but those wise apples sure know how to work a calculator.Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
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Educating employees—especially those in finance roles—about the risks of fraudulent invoices and how to verify payment requests would be wise for organizations to prioritize in light of novel cyberattacks like this.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Due to a loophole in federal law, these types of compressed air guns, shooting small projectiles made of metal, are allowed to look completely realistic without any differentiating marks.Cait Bladt, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
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The latest innovation in artificial intelligence has made podcasting easier, but made differentiating between humans and artificial intelligence harder.Abby Wilson, theweek, 1 Oct. 2024
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The company continues its strategy of maintaining a conservative capital structure with prudent leverage.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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And after the chaos Washington descended into following the 2020 election, analysts might be prudent to assume Trump wouldn’t take another loss without an intense battle.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
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By integrating financial services, companies can offer a more holistic experience, distinguishing themselves from competitors.Zareef Hamid, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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One key distinguishing factor is the presence of a fever.Katia Hetter, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
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With its mix of comedy, romance and a heartfelt message, The DUFF stands alongside Mean Girls as a fun, insightful teen comedy that resonates with anyone who’s ever felt out of place.Jane LaCroix, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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In dynamic areas such as science and medicine, moderation should be transparent because fact-checkers have mistaken legitimate minority opinion and insightful dissent for misinformation.F.D. Flam, The Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2024
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Sports and entertainment fans will be seeing a lot more of Verizon this season, as the telecommunications company has been announced as the Official Mobile Wireless Partner for the MSG Family of Companies.Tim Chan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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People trust recommendations from friends and are more likely to take action after seeing an influencer ad.Kristen Dolan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Advertisement Most red states have also refused to abide by new Education Department rules that forbid schools and colleges from discriminating against transgender students.David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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On Tuesday, a UCLA alumnus and a lecturer filed a lawsuit accusing the University of California system of discriminating against students based on their immigration status.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
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To see how the fashion industry is faring regarding sustainability, Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studios, sat down with Peter Sadera, editor-in-chief, Sourcing Journal, to discuss the positives pushing things forward, as well as the obstacles blocking more progress.Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
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Selecting the right Salesforce managed services provider is an important factor in a business decision regarding Salesforce deployment and post-deployment management.Vamsi Gosu, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Discerning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discerning. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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