1
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
Ryan first encountered Kahane during their work together at the BBC in London in 2014, and was struck by the composer’s intellectual depth and perceptive social commentary.
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Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article Over the last quarter century, David Suchet became the definitive Hercule Poirot, starring as the fussy but perceptive private detective in 70 screen adaptations of Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
There's no direct evidence that cats can tell when someone is pregnant, but there is plenty to suggest our feline friends are perceptive enough to know when change is afoot.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
Founder and principal Jessica Lagrange is known for her vibrant and personable manner, perceptive insights, and collaborative approach to design—qualities that account for the outstanding caliber and cohesive nature of the JLI team.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
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Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article Over the last quarter century, David Suchet became the definitive Hercule Poirot, starring as the fussy but perceptive private detective in 70 screen adaptations of Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
There's no direct evidence that cats can tell when someone is pregnant, but there is plenty to suggest our feline friends are perceptive enough to know when change is afoot.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
Founder and principal Jessica Lagrange is known for her vibrant and personable manner, perceptive insights, and collaborative approach to design—qualities that account for the outstanding caliber and cohesive nature of the JLI team.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptive
Adjective
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Concerns have been raised about DOGE operatives, many with ties to Musk's companies, gaining access to sensitive government data without adequate oversight or experience.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Cooling, calming, and tailor-made for sensitive skin, this mask drapes delicately across your face to deliver a serious hit of cica (Centella asiatica) and allantoin—soothing redness and dryness in minutes.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Word to the wise: the end credits are more like a Marvel movie as they are interrupted by a longish extra scene that includes a special cast member, blues legend Buddy Guy, plus yet another musical number at the end of credits.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Getting another running back on Day 3 is a wise move, and getting Deion Sanders into the Cowboys’ stratosphere at No. 239 will certainly make Jerry Jones smile.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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At the time, Jase said his father was keen to return to work.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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She’s been especially keen on animal print, from her leopard tote bag to her zebra Fendi backpack.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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Not all stocks will weather the storm equally, but undervalued, dividend-paying companies—particularly those with strong balance sheets and a track record of prudent capital discipline—are well-positioned to navigate the turbulence.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Her action was no surprise—judges don’t tend to be well disposed toward efforts to bump them off cases, which is why prudent litigants are wary of making such requests.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In warmer climates, for example, the liquid expands and contracts more rapidly, which can lead to a quicker extraction of flavors from the barrel.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The director is also quick to point out how this mindset is not exclusive to the U.S. but is also widely spreading in Europe and across the world.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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Thank you as always for the insightful questions, everyone.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Essential Takeaways This insightful research study provided two eye-opening outcomes.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In some instances, yes, according to one study which looked at the recommendations from a chatbot compared to those of doctors assessing acute respiratory, urinary, vaginal, eye or dental symptoms.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Most studies list nausea and vomiting as symptoms, while others cite acute abdominal pain as well.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Perceptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptive. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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