Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

decern

verb
/dɪˈsɜrn/
Definition
To distinguish, differentiate, or determine one thing from another.
Examples
  • She was able to decern the truth from the lies in his story.
  • It is important to decern the differences between various types of literature.
  • As a seasoned detective, he could decern small details that others overlooked.
Meaning
Decern is a verb that involves the act of making a distinction or coming to a decision about something.
Synonyms
  • Discern
  • Distinguish
  • Differentiate
  • Perceive
  • Recognize