noun · Medium SAT word

Discernment

ability to judge wisely

Discernment in a sentence

Her discernment in business decisions made her a successful manager.

Synonyms for discernment

judgment
perception
wisdom

Antonyms for discernment

blindness
ignorance
foolishness

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