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Discern

usgb/dɪˈsɜːrn/Volume
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Careful Thought

Use 'discern' to indicate a conclusion reached after careful consideration.

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She discerned his intentions weren't pure after reflecting on his behavior.
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Not Immediate

'Discern' implies a process, not an instantaneous recognition.

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It took me a while to discern the theme of the novel.
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Subtle Judgement

Use 'discern' for situations where judgement is not obvious or straightforward.

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The expert could discern the fake painting from the real one.
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