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discerning

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3 syllables
10 characters
English (US)
3syllables

discerning

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discerning is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, discerning is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdiscerning

1verb
  • To detect with the senses, especially with the eyes.
  • To perceive, recognize, or comprehend with the mind; to descry.
  • To distinguish something as being different from something else; to differentiate.

    Example: "He was too young to discern right from wrong."

  • To perceive differences.
1noun
  • Discernment
1adjective
  • Of keen insight or good judgement; perceptive.

    Example: "The discerning customer will appreciate our new range of quality clothing."

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