Definitions

1. verb

to perceive or distinguish something, especially with the senses; to notice or recognize something

“She discerned the faint scent of freshly baked bread.”

2. verb

to judge or decide something, especially with careful thought

“The panel had to discern the best project to fund out of many proposals.”

3. noun

the quality of being able to notice or understand something

“Her discernment of people’s personalities made her a great mediator.”

4. noun

a decision or judgment, especially one made carefully or wisely

“The court’s discern made it clear that the defendant was not guilty.”