In a way that shows good judgment, careful observation, and the ability to notice small differences or details.
From discerning (present participle of discern) + -ly (adverb marker). Discern comes from Latin discernere meaning 'to separate' or 'distinguish between,' originally used in sensory perception.
A discerning person isn't just someone who sees things — they see *into* things, noticing nuances others miss, which is why wine critics and art experts are described this way.
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