Perspicaz (en. Perceptive)

/peɾs.piˈkaz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Definition: It applies to a person who has a clear and deep vision of things.

Example Sentence: His analysis of the problem was very insightful.

Su análisis del problema fue muy perspicaz.

Definition: It indicates sharpness of understanding or perception.

Example Sentence: That very insightful observation clarifies the issue.

Esa observación tan perspicaz clarifica el asunto.

Definition: It allows one to quickly grasp all the subtleties of a situation.

Example Sentence: He is an insightful film critic who never misses a detail.

Es un crítico de cine perspicaz que nunca se pierde un detalle.

Etymology/Origin: From the Latin 'perspicax', which means 'able to see through things'.

Phrase: to have an insightful mind

Meaning: To possess a great capacity to understand and analyze situations.

tener una mente perspicaz

Phrase: to be insightful in judgments

Meaning: To have good judgment and acuity in decisions.

ser perspicaz en los juicios

Related Word: insight

Description: Ability to understand clearly and deeply.

perspicacia

Related Word: clear

Description: Expressed in a clear and comprehensible manner.

perspicuo

Slang Meaning: A very observant person.

Example: That guy is insightful; he always notices what's happening around him.

Ese tipo es perspicaz, siempre se da cuenta de lo que pasa a su alrededor.

Slang Meaning: Someone who understands what others overlook.

Example: Don't be fooled; she's insightful; she can see through your false smiles.

No te engañes, ella es perspicaz; puede ver a través de tus falsas sonrisas.