Pronunciation: /pərˈsɛptɪv/
adjective having or showing keen insight or understanding
A1 She is very perceptive and always notices when something is wrong.
A2 The perceptive student quickly understood the complex math problem.
B1 His perceptive nature allowed him to see through people's lies.
B2 The detective's perceptive skills helped him solve the case quickly.
C1 Her perceptive analysis of the situation impressed everyone in the boardroom.
C2 The author's perceptive insights into human nature made his novels truly captivating.
formal She is known for being highly perceptive and able to pick up on subtle cues in social situations.
informal My perceptive friend always knows when something is bothering me, even when I try to hide it.
slang Dude, you're so perceptive, you can read people like a book!
figurative His perceptive nature allowed him to see beyond the surface and understand the deeper meaning behind the words.
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