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perceive
[ per-seev ]
verb (used with object)
- to become aware of, know, or identify by means of the senses:
I perceived an object looming through the mist.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- to recognize, discern, envision, or understand: This is a nice idea but I perceive difficulties in putting it into practice.
I perceive a note of sarcasm in your voice.
This is a nice idea but I perceive difficulties in putting it into practice.
perceive
/ əˈː /
verb
- to become aware of (something) through the senses, esp the sight; recognize or observe
- tr; may take a clause as object to come to comprehend; grasp
Derived Forms
- ˌˈٲ, noun
- ˈ, adverb
- ˈ, noun
- ˈ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·· noun
- ··Բ·Ա noun
- ԴDz···Բ adjective
- ·· verb (used with object) reperceived reperceiving
- -··Բ adjective
- ܲ···Բ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of perceive1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Murkowski, one of few Republican senators to have publicly opposed President Donald Trump, was voicing concern about his administration's wide-ranging effort to seek revenge against a lengthy list of individuals perceived as political enemies.
The problem isn’t that women intrinsically communicate differently from men – it’s that women are perceived differently.
“The through line connecting many of Mr. Musk’s decisions appears to be self-enrichment and avoiding what he perceives as obstacles to advancing his interests.”
The Israeli government has said that it will respond to any perceived threats from Hezbollah.
Unquestioning fealty often excuses autocratic leaders from frivolities such as laws, constitutional constraints or any checks on power: The leader is perceived not to be working for his own gain, but for the shining future.
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