discernment
[dih-surn-muhnt, -zurn-]
noun
the faculty of discerning; discrimination; acuteness of judgment and understanding.
the act or an instance of discerning.
Origin of discernment
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Contemporary Examples of discernment
But his essays show a man struggling to figure out the complexities of discernment and judgment.
David Foster Wallace, Traditionalist? Considering ‘Both Flesh and Not: Essays’David Masciotra
November 2, 2012
His patience, discernment, and intelligence are much admired.
Historical Examples of discernment
Your discernment must be very subtle, if you know all that is in my heart.
The Politician Out-WittedSamuel Low
He knew that she was right, and respected her for the discernment.
Love and LucyMaurice Henry Hewlett
Still, I'm going to admit that I don't think her taste and discernment is all it should be.
Rival Pitchers of OakdaleMorgan Scott
I am therefore incapable of that discernment which is necessary for the ascetic.
ThaisAnatole France
These men of experience, integrity, and discernment are seekers after truths.
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discernment
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