verb

1. To detect with the senses, especially with the eyes.

2. To perceive, recognize, or comprehend with the mind; to descry.

3. To distinguish something as being different from something else; to differentiate.

   “He was too young to discern right from wrong.”

Synonyms: discriminate, distinguish, ken, spy

noun

1. Discernment

adjective

1. Of keen insight or good judgement; perceptive.

   “The discerning customer will appreciate our new range of quality clothing.”