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discernment

UK
/dɪˈsɜːnmənt/
US
/dɪˈsɜrnmənt/

Translations

discernmentnoun
discernments
pl
Her discernment in choosing the right candidate for the job was highly praised by her colleagues.
Son discernement dans le choix du bon candidat pour le poste a été très apprécié par ses collègues.
Additional translations
perspicacitéSurtout pour l’idée de finesse de jugement et de capacité à percevoir ce qui est difficile à saisir.
Synonyms
insight
wisdom
sagacity
awareness
understanding
discrimination
judgment
perception
discernmentadjective
UK
/dɪˈsɜːnmənt/
US
/dɪˈsɜrnmənt/
Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "discernment process").

Definitions

discernmentnoun
The ability to judge well or the quality of being able to grasp and comprehend what is obscure.
Her discernment in choosing the right candidate for the job was highly praised by her colleagues.
The act of perceiving or recognizing something.
His discernment of the subtle changes in her mood was impressive.
discernmentadjective
Relating to, involving, or used in the process of discernment.
The discernment phase helped the committee make a thoughtful decision.
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