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percipient

adjective

/pərˈsɪpiənt/

Meaning

Having good understanding or insight; able to perceive things clearly.

As a percipient critic, she recognized the deeper meaning of the play.

perceptive, observant, discerning, insightful

unaware, oblivious

percipient observer, percipient analysis, percipient view

quick and energetic; lively; vigorous

relating to a close relationship that is not romantic or sexual

Relating to a small, undeveloped remnant of something that was once much larger or more functional.

providing physical ease and relaxation; free from stress or worry

Practicing strict self-denial and abstaining from worldly pleasures, often for religious reasons.

relaxed and unconcerned; happening by chance; informal