
Perceptive
Quick Insight
Perceptive describes someone's ability to notice or understand things quickly and easily.

He made a perceptive comment about the plot twist in the story.
Subtle Observations
Use 'perceptive' when acknowledging someone's ability to grasp the less obvious aspects of a situation.

Your perceptive analysis of the character's motives was impressive.
Empathetic Understanding
'Perceptive' often implies a sensitivity towards others' emotions and unspoken thoughts.

His perceptive nature allows him to understand how people feel without words.
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AstuteDiscernInsightIntuitiveJudiciousObservantSensitiveWise
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