Associations to the word «Percipient»

Wiktionary

PERCIPIENT, adjective. Having the ability to perceive, especially to perceive quickly.
PERCIPIENT, adjective. (psychology) (education) (dated) Perceiving events only in the moment, without reflection, as a very young child.
PERCIPIENT, noun. (philosophy) (psychology) One who perceives something.
PERCIPIENT, noun. (parapsychology) One who has perceived a paranormal event.

Dictionary definition

PERCIPIENT, noun. A person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses.
PERCIPIENT, adjective. Characterized by ease and quickness in perceiving; "clear mind"; "a percipient author".

Wise words

If you wish to know the mind of a man, listen to his words.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe