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perceptive

/ˈpɜːrsəptɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does perceptive mean?

adjective

Having a keen understanding and insight; able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent.

Example

"She was a perceptive observer of human behavior and was able to pick up on subtle cues."

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