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
If his health permits, CBS Sports would likely be very supportive given his years of broadcasting for the company, and how the golf-viewing public perceives him in his Masters role.
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Richard Deitsch, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
The article also highlights that many orange cats are male due to the genetics of fur color, and they're often perceived as more affectionate by their humans.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
The presence or absence of desire can change how Love is perceived.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Place names affect how people perceive, experience and emotionally connect to their surroundings in both conscious and subconscious ways.
—Derek H. Alderman, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2025
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Richard Deitsch, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
The article also highlights that many orange cats are male due to the genetics of fur color, and they're often perceived as more affectionate by their humans.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
The presence or absence of desire can change how Love is perceived.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Place names affect how people perceive, experience and emotionally connect to their surroundings in both conscious and subconscious ways.
—Derek H. Alderman, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceive
Verb
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In what felt like just a few seconds, the motion subsided, and my seat retreated back to the deck.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Teammate Drake Batherson marvelled at how much more intense and physical the game felt compared to those played just a few days ago in the regular season.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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According to the Miami Herald, a separate guest stayed in the room with Tillman's dead body in the closet, but didn't notice it.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Filing electronically is usually the fastest way for taxpayers to receive their refunds, as the system flags common errors that taxpayers may otherwise not notice.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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IndieWire understands the festival was waiting to confirm Denzel Washington’s attendance, and indeed the star will be at Cannes.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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And like Bell, my bandmates and I understood why other artists were continuing to cancel their performances.—
Ryan Miller,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Cuban forged a particular bond with Dumont, sensing long-term business opportunities with the son-in-law of Miriam Adelson, Sheldon’s widow.—
C. Clark, D. Aldridge, S. Amick, F. Katz,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Wall Street fears a hit to growth The stock market is a forward-looking barometer of investor sentiment — and tends to fall when investors sense collective danger.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
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Now in their early to mid-30s, both authors have seen their stories grow into global phenomena, with millions of readers and successful film adaptations.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Apple, which relies on a supply chain based largely in China, saw shares climb 2.2%.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The daughter of Steve Harvey is known for often mixing streetwear and couture pieces with her looks.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Jefferson’s is known for taking its bourbon on a journey—literally, with the Ocean Aged at Sea series that sends barrels around the world on container ships to age in different climates, or the Tropics release that ships casks to other countries where they are exposed to high heat and humidity.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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Gleaming statement bottle aside, this smells rich and indulgent without smacking you in the face.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
20 Apr. 2025
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Essential oils: These can help your home and car smell good and mask odors.—
Joe Difazio,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Notably, one is the worker who spotted the tendrils in the pipes but didn’t have the opportunity to share that update with anyone.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Abby went out to take watch and spotted two people on horseback, later revealed to be Joel and Dina, who had gone out early on patrol together.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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