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There is 1 meaning of the word Discern.

Discern - as a verb

Detect with the senses

Example: "The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distinguish16make outpick outrecognise12recognize21spot6tell apart
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I could discern a figure in the distance."
"She tried to discern the meaning behind his words."
"It was difficult to discern his true intentions."
"He could discern a hint of sadness in her eyes."
"The detective was able to discern important clues."
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Word Game Points

Is DISCERN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discern is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISCERN has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is DISCERN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discern is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISCERN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DISCERN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discern is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISCERN has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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