ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Perceptive

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /pəˈsɛptɪv/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Perceptive is an adjective meaning Having or showing keenness or sharpness of perception, insight, understanding, or intuition.

Meaning

Having or showing keenness or sharpness of perception, insight, understanding, or intuition.

Example Sentences

He is so perceptive when it comes to other people's feelings.

Synonyms for perceptive

Depending on context, synonyms include apprehensive, keen, sharp, incisive, acute, understanding.

Antonyms for perceptive

Common opposites include unperceiving, unperceptive.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include apperceptive, discerning, insightful, discriminating, sharp-eyed, understanding.

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