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perceptive

/pəˈsɛptɪv/ · per.ce.ptive
adjective
  1. Having or showing keenness of perception, insight, understanding, or intuition. He is so perceptive when it comes to other people's feelings.
  2. Having the ability to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent. She was perceptive enough to notice the subtle changes in his behavior.
Did you know? The word 'perceptive' is often used in psychology and philosophy to describe individuals with high emotional intelligence, who are able to understand and empathize with others.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 2 lookups Added Aug 4, 2026