PERSPICACIOUSLY

Etymology

Adverb

perspicaciously (comparative more perspicaciously, superlative most perspicaciously)

With the power of seeing or understanding clearly; quick-sightedly; with sharp of sight.

(figurative) With acute discernment; keenly; with mental perception.

Source: Wiktionary


PERSPICACIOUS

Per`spi*ca"cious, a. Etym: [L. perspicax, -acis, fr. perspicere to look through: cf. F. perspicace. See Perspective.]

1. Having the power of seeing clearly; quick-sighted; sharp of sight.

2. Fig.: Of acute discernment; keen.

– Per`spi*ca"cious*ly, adv.

– Per`spi*ca"cious*ness, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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