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Definition of discernment noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

discernment

noun
 
/dɪˈsɜːnmənt/
 
/dɪˈsɜːrnmənt/
[uncountable] (formal, approving)
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  1. the ability to show good judgement about the quality of somebody/something synonym discrimination
    • He shows great discernment in his choice of friends.
    • She is a woman of the highest taste and discernment.
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