distinguish; detect with the senses
She could discern the subtle difference between them.
Vocabulary like discern appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
hard working; quietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactness
reduce in size or importance
lessening; change toward something smaller or lower
very small
careful to avoid offense
lament; a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person
rid; free somebody (from an erroneous belief)
repudiation; denial of any connection with or knowledge of
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