Synonyms of discern
6 similar words
Another word for discern is distinguish. Other synonyms of discern are see.
Synonyms and similar words for discern
verbTo perceive, recognize, or comprehend with the mind; to descry.
verbTo distinguish something as being different from something else; to differentiate or discriminate.
verbMore synonyms
- behold
- see
- spy
- distinguishTo recognize someone or something as different from others based on its characteristics.
Meaning of discern
- verb To detect with the senses, especially with the eyes.
- verb To perceive, recognize, or comprehend with the mind; to descry.
- verb To distinguish something as being different from something else; to differentiate or discriminate.
discern in other languages
Questions about synonyms of discern
- What is another word for discern?
- Discern has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as distinguish and see.
- What does discern mean?
- Discern means to detect with the senses, especially with the eyes.
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