Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

discerner

noun

/dɪsˈsɜrnər/

Definition

A person who perceives or recognizes something distinctly.

Examples

She is a keen discerner of art, able to spot the subtle nuances in a painting.
As a discerner of truth, he often questioned popular opinions.
Being a discerner in the field of literature, she could tell a good story from a mediocre one.

Meaning

In a broader sense, a discerner is someone who has the ability to distinguish or make judgments about things, especially in a thoughtful or insightful manner.