117 entries under understanding topic. ×

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perceptive(adjective, clear, cool, sound)
31
perspicacious(adjective, sound, reasonable, keen)
29
intelligent(adjective, clear, cool, sound)
22
shrewd(adjective, sound, smooth, reasonable)
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astute(adjective, cool, sound, smooth)
21
sagacious(adjective, cool, sound, smooth)
20
wise(adjective, clear, cool, sound)
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acute(adjective, smooth, keen, sharp)
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keen(adjective, smooth, sharp, smart)
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sharp(adjective, cool, sound, smooth)
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percipient(adjective, cool, keen, sharp)
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discreet(adjective, reasonable, keen, sharp)
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judicious(adjective, clear, cool, sound)
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insightful(adjective, cool, sound, keen)
14
quick(adjective, cool, keen, sharp)
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sage(adjective, cool, sound, reasonable)
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sensitive(adjective, keen, sharp, smart)
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smart(adjective, cool, sound, smooth)
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penetrating(adjective, reasonable, keen, sharp)
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knowledgeable(adjective, cool, sound, keen)
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