1. having or showing keen insight and good judgment; able to perceive or recognize differences

Examples

• A discerning reader will notice the subtle differences between the two versions of the novel.
• She has a discerning eye for quality art and can spot a forgery immediately.
• The discerning customer always checks the ingredients before making a purchase.
• His discerning taste in music led him to discover many independent artists.
• A discerning critic praised the film for its nuanced storytelling.
• The discerning investor carefully analyzed the market before making any decisions.