1
as in to feel
to have a vague awareness of
I thought I perceived a problem, but I wasn't sure
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2
as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
perceived that it was going to be a nice day
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3
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I perceive your point, but I still disagree
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Recent Examples of perceive
The left-wing Mamdani’s victory comes amid widespread discontent over an economy perceived to no longer be working for the middle class.
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Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 3 July 2025
The international scientific community might become skeptical of research findings from American institutions if they’re perceived as politically influenced rather than scientifically driven.
—A.j. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2025
Despite the poor passer-rating-against numbers, PFF nevertheless said that his season wasn’t as bad as some perceive.
—Barry Jackson
updated July 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
These are all good things, although maybe not always perceived that way to the toddler.
—Caleb Harris, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 3 July 2025
The international scientific community might become skeptical of research findings from American institutions if they’re perceived as politically influenced rather than scientifically driven.
—A.j. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2025
Despite the poor passer-rating-against numbers, PFF nevertheless said that his season wasn’t as bad as some perceive.
—Barry Jackson
updated July 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
These are all good things, although maybe not always perceived that way to the toddler.
—Caleb Harris, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceive
Verb
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The picturesque port city embraces its past and readily shares it with visitors, though not in a way that feels like schoolwork.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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The Panthers are banking on a repeat performance, even if Jackson feels like a potential regression candidate.—
Mike Kaye
July 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Sports fans may notice a difference in the race calls this season as longtime announcer Trevor Denman announced his retirement in March.—
Kelley Carlson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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Spend a few moments taking some deep breaths, noticing where the movement happens.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
4 July 2025
Verb
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The class is offered by the Peace and Justice Institute, an Orlando nonprofit that hosts workshops on topics like conflict resolution, understanding trauma, emotional intelligence and parenting.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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To better understand the missing middle, Paulsen was part of a research team that examined rock samples from the Polar Rock Depository at The Ohio State University’s Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
5 July 2025
Verb
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It is offered freely and preemptively, where one partner senses when the other might need grounding, especially in moments of conflict, stress or self-doubt.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The researchers found that sound expanded the size of the sites where cells attached to surrounding tissues, most likely by activating an enzyme called focal adhesion kinase (FAK), which senses mechanical forces and helps to guide tissue development.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
30 June 2025
Verb
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The third edition of this category sees four out of five honorees return, mainly owing to their outstanding portfolios and strength of service.—
Sarah Bruning,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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According to statements from camp officials and survivors, Eastland was last seen leading a group of girls from a cabin trying to get them to safety.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Rest assured, no one knew this kind of flood was coming.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
7 July 2025
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Because as our founders knew so well, human nature recoils all too often at the inconveniences and frustrations of self-government.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
Verb
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Today, her Los Angeles apartment smells like chocolate chips and oatmeal.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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When he was taken into custody, cops smelled alcohol on his breath, prosecutors said.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
Verb
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While browsing the agency's website, Kelly spotted a little girl with spina bifida.—
Analisa Novak,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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As Montano ran past Sawyer Elementary School, according to prosecutors, he was spotted and pursued by Vásquez Lasso.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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