How do you use the word "discernment" in a sentence?

Q: How do you use the word "discernment" in a sentence?

Here are real-life examples of using "discernment": I'm Muslim and I have the gift of discernment. I have complete faith in your discernment and believe you'll make the right choices.

Discernment Meaning

/dɪˈsɜrnmənt/

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

Definition

nounThe ability to distinguish; judgement.

nounThe act of distinguishing between things.

Sentence Examples

I'm Muslim and I have the gift of discernment.

I have complete faith in your discernment and believe you'll make the right choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

taste understanding savvy

Antonyms:

None

CEFR Practice Quiz

She showed great ____ in choosing the right candidate for the job.

CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)

I'm Muslim and I have the gift of ____.

Word Origin & History

From Middle French discernement, equivalent to discern + -ment.

Literary Quotations & Historical Citations

"Unmasking requires we stop relying on neurotypical people’s acceptance in order to guide how we should act—and that means sometimes doing the “right” thing even when we know it will rub others the wrong way. Most masked Autistics need a lot of practice developing a strong sense of discernment, which is essentially using our own beliefs and perceptions to guide our behavior, rather than deferring to everyone else’s fleeting reactions and impressions." — 2022, Devon Price, chapter 7, in Michele Eniclerico, editor, Unmasking Autism, New York: Harmony Books, →ISBN, page 193:

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