discernment discernment /dɪˈsɝːnmənt/

noun

1. The trait of judging wisely and objectively  ( discernment , discretion )
   the trait of judging wisely and objectively
    A man of discernment
   a man of discernment
   
2. The mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations  ( discernment , judgement , judgment , sagaciousness , sagacity )
   the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations
   
3. Perception of that which is obscure  ( discernment , perceptiveness )
   perception of that which is obscure
   
4. Delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values)  ( discernment , perceptiveness , appreciation , taste )
   delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values)
    Arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success
   arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success
    To ask at that particular time was the ultimate in bad taste
   to ask at that particular time was the ultimate in bad taste
   
5. The cognitive condition of someone who understands  ( discernment , savvy , apprehension , understanding )
   the cognitive condition of someone who understands
    He has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect
   he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect