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Definition of “discernment

discernment (dɪˈsɜːnməntPronunciation for discernment

Definitions

noun

  1. keen perception or judgment

Usage examples

  • Ask for patience and the power of discernment as you try to understand how you can best work with God to redeem your errors.
    Howatch, Susan, Absolute Truths (1994)
  • Since they all share the same basic plan and palette, reading their differences can demand very fine discernment.
    Country Life (2005)
  • Barry Brisbane, being a man of some discernment , likes to keep himself abreast of the latest trends and be seen at places that are in.
    The Australian (2004)

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