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perceptive

perceptive is an adjective that you'll love using!

ℹ️ Part of speech

perceptive is an ADJECTIVE.

🗣️ Pronunciation

perceptive is pronounced /pər.ˈsɛp.tɪv/ or pər-SEP-tiv.

📚️ Definition

perceptive means having the ability to notice and understand things quickly, especially things that are not obvious. Example: a perceptive person.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of perceptive in usage:

• Janine was a very perceptive child, always quick to pick up on the subtle dynamics between family members.
• The detective's perceptive skills enabled him to solve cases that seemed impossible to others.
• Roger was a perceptive listener, which made him a great friend to confide in.

🧠 Quick vocab quiz

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perceptive most nearly means

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Which of the following sentences conveys a perceptive quality?

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💁🏼 Tips!

perceptive is the adjective form of the verb perceive. So if you perceive a lot, then you could be called perceptive.

✅ Quiz answer/s

Answers:

• A, observant.
• B, Mark could sense tension in the room as soon as he walked in.

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