discerning
Translation
showing good judgment, perceptive, selective
Examples
She has a discerning eye for art.
She has a discerning eye for art.
The discerning customer will appreciate the quality.
The discerning customer will appreciate the quality.
Grammar Patterns
((discerning)) ((noun)) having or showing good judgment The discerning customer will appreciate the quality.
Similar Words
Synonyms: perceptive, astute, selective; Antonyms: undiscerning, indiscriminate
Etymology
The present participle of 'discern', used as an adjective. It describes someone who is actively 'discerning' or separating good from bad.
Memory Tips
A 'discerning' person can 'discern' (see) the difference between quality and junk.