What does discerning mean?
Discerning means present participle and gerund of discern.
Discerning
/dɪˈsɜː.nɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of discern.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of discern
- Of keen insight or selective judgement; perceptive.
- discernment
Example Sentences
The discerning customer will appreciate our new range of quality clothing.
Such practices as Theſe, too groſs to lye / Long unobſerv'd by each diſcerning Eye, / The more judicious Iſraelites Unſpell'd, / Though ſtill the Charm the giddy Rabble held, […]
Either his notion weakens, his discernings / Are lethargied
Synonyms for discerning
Antonyms for discerning
Related Words
Word Forms
- more discerning
- most discerning
- discernings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for discerning?
Common synonyms include apprehensive, perceptive, clear, fine.
What is the opposite of discerning?
Possible antonyms include undiscerning.
How do you use discerning in a sentence?
The discerning customer will appreciate our new range of quality clothing.
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