perceptiveness perceptiveness /pərˈsɛptɪvnɪs/

noun

1. The quality of insight and sympathetic understanding  ( perceptiveness )
   the quality of insight and sympathetic understanding
   
2. Perception of that which is obscure  ( discernment , perceptiveness )
   perception of that which is obscure
   
3. Delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values)  ( discernment , perceptiveness , appreciation , taste )
   delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values)
    Arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success
   arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success
    To ask at that particular time was the ultimate in bad taste
   to ask at that particular time was the ultimate in bad taste
   
4. A feeling of understanding  ( perceptiveness , perceptivity , insight )
   a feeling of understanding
     The book provided valuable insights into the author's life and creative process.
   The book provided valuable insights into the author's life and creative process.