discern
//dɪˈsɜːn//
Verb
discernInfinitive
discernPresent tense
discernedPast tense
discernedPast participle
discerningPresent participle
discernsThird-person singular
1
To perceive or recognize something, especially with difficulty or effort
It was difficult to discern the details in the dim light.
2
To distinguish or differentiate between things
It can be difficult to discern the difference between the two species.