Meaning
discernment, judgment
- the ability to judge well and make clear distinctions
- good sense, wisdom, or insight
In a sentence
Serve molto discernimento per gestire una crisi simile.
A great deal of discernment is needed to handle such a crisis.
Il comitato non ha mostrato sufficiente discernimento in questa scelta.
The committee did not show sufficient discernment in this choice.
Pensi che abbia agito con il dovuto discernimento?
Do you think they acted with due discernment?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| discernimento | masculine · singular |
| discernimenti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Formal: typically used in literary, academic, or formal contexts.
- Frequently pairs with verbs like 'usare', 'mostrare', or 'agire con'.