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Meaning of perceptive
having a keen understanding and insight
Etymology of perceptive
The word "perceptive" comes from the Latin "perceptivus", which is derived from "percipere", meaning "to perceive" or "to notice", and the suffix "-ive", which forms an adjective indicating a tendency or ability
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe someone or something that is able to perceive or understand things
Synonyms
sensitive
aware
discerning
astute
keen
observant
insightful
intuitive
wise
intelligent
sharp
clever
perceiving
responsive
receptive
alert
vigilant
watchful
attentive
thoughtful
considerate
mindful
cautious
prudent
sagacious
penetrating
perspicacious
incisive
acute
piercing
observant
eagle-eyed
far-sighted
Definitions
- Having a keen understanding and insight; able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent
- * Able to perceive and understand; having a strong ability to notice and interpret
Usage Examples
- She was a perceptive observer of human behavior and was able to pick up on subtle cues
- * He was a perceptive listener and was able to understand the underlying concerns of his clients
- * The perceptive teacher was able to notice when her students were struggling and provide extra support
Antonyms
insensitive
unaware
oblivious
imperceptive
indifferent
unresponsive
inattentive
negligent
careless
thoughtless
inconsiderate
mindless
imprudent
foolish
obtuse
dull
slow-witted
stupid
ignorant
uninformed
unperceptive
unsophisticated
naive