— perceptively , adv. — perceptivity, perceptiveness , n.
/peuhr sep"tiv/ , adj.
1. having or showing keenness of insight, understanding, or intuition: a perceptive analysis of the problems involved.
2. having the power or faculty of perceiving.
3. of, pertaining to, or showing perception.
[ 1650-60; percept ( us ) (see PERCEPT) + -IVE ]
Syn. 1. discerning, sensitive, keen, astute.