Meaning of the word discern in English

What does discern mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

discern

US /dɪˈsɝːn/
UK /dɪˈsɜːn/
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Verb

perceive or recognize (something)

Example:
It was difficult to discern the truth from the lies.
We could just discern a faint light in the distance.