Definition

The quality of being able to notice and understand things quickly and accurately.

Example

Her perceptiveness helped her solve the mystery before anyone else.

Conversation

I really admire your perceptiveness when it comes to understanding people's feelings.

Thanks! I try to pay attention to the little things.

It must help you a lot in your work, right?

Definitely! It makes communication so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Perceptiveness → It is formed from "percept" (from Latin "perceptus", meaning perceived) and "-ness" (a suffix indicating a state or quality). The word "perceptiveness" refers to the quality of being able to perceive or understand things quickly and accurately.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'percept' which relates to 'perceiving' something, and the '-ness' that indicates a state. This helps you remember that perceptiveness is the state of being able to perceive well.

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