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attentive(adjective, understanding, reasonable, keen, sensible)
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comprehending(verb, correct, bright, alert, intelligent)
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crafty(adjective, smooth, keen, sharp, smart)
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cunning(adjective, good, sound, smooth, keen)
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cute(adjective, understanding, sharp, smart, bright)
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differentiating(verb, discriminating)
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distinguishing(verb, discriminating)
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eclectic(adjective, sharp, refined, critical, astute)
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erudite(adjective, smart, sensible, familiar, deep)
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far-sighted(adjective, sound, reasonable, sensible, rational)
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finicky(adjective, severe, sharp, harsh, precise)
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fussy(adjective, severe, sharp, harsh, refined)
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informed(adjective, understanding, sound, reasonable, keen)
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learned(sound, sharp, familiar, deep, intelligent)
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luminous
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picky(adjective, sharp, precise, refined, critical)
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piercing(adjective, sharp, smart, sensitive, intelligent)
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realizing(noun, verb, understanding, attention, hope)
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sharp-witted(adjective, sharp, smart, bright, wise)
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