color-discerning
|col-or-dis-cern-ing|
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/ˈkʌlər dɪˈsɜrnɪŋ/
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/ˈkʌlə dɪˈsɜːnɪŋ/
(discern)
recognize differences
Etymology
'discern' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'discernere,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'cernere' meant 'to separate or distinguish.'
'discernere' transformed into the Old French word 'discerner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'discern' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to separate or distinguish,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to perceive or recognize something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the ability to distinguish between different colors.
The artist is known for her color-discerning eye, which allows her to create vibrant paintings.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 04:51