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Synonyms & Similar Words
discerning
astute
perceptive
keen
sharp
observant
insightful
intuitive
sensitive
aware
vigilant
watchful
attentive
mindful
careful
meticulous
thorough
rigorous
exacting
precise
penetrating
profound
sagacious
wise
judicious
prudent
discreet
clever
intelligent
quick-witted
sharp-witted
ingenious
Meaning of Perspicacious
Having a keen understanding and insight; able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent.
Definitions
- Having a keen understanding and insight; able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent
- * Able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent
- * Having a strong ability to observe and interpret information
Etymology of Perspicacious
The word "perspicacious" comes from the Latin "perspicax", meaning "penetrating" or "discerning", which is derived from "perspicere", meaning "to see through"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe someone who is perceptive and astute
Example Uses
- She was a perspicacious observer of human behavior and was able to pick up on subtle cues that others missed
- * He was a perspicacious investor who was able to anticipate market trends and make savvy decisions
- * The detective was perspicacious and able to piece together the evidence to solve the crime
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
oblivious
unaware
insensitive
ignorant
imperceptive
unobservant
careless
negligent
lax
inattentive
indifferent
apathetic
disinterested
unconcerned
unperceptive
myopic
nearsighted
blind
obtuse
dull
stupid
foolish
imprudent
rash
reckless