1
as in insight
the ability to understand inner qualities or relationships
a writer of considerable perception, she remembers how it feels to be confused and insecure
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2
as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a growing perception of the enormity of the problem
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Recent Examples of perception
The increase in positive perception about immigration was, in part, due to a bump among GOP voters and, to a limited degree, independents, Gallup noted.
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Filip Timotija, The Hill, 11 July 2025
And the origin of aloha—ha being breath, life—calls to mind the Buddhist perception of happiness as equanimity.
—AFAR Media, 10 July 2025
Researchers found major gaps between public perception and science, highlighting the need for more comprehensive education.
—New Atlas, 10 July 2025
Remember, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and everyone’s perception comes from their unique place in this world.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
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Filip Timotija, The Hill, 11 July 2025
And the origin of aloha—ha being breath, life—calls to mind the Buddhist perception of happiness as equanimity.
—AFAR Media, 10 July 2025
Researchers found major gaps between public perception and science, highlighting the need for more comprehensive education.
—New Atlas, 10 July 2025
Remember, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and everyone’s perception comes from their unique place in this world.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perception
Noun
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Luckey told me that his central insight with Oculus was to distinguish himself from competitors by focussing less on the headset’s mechanism and more on its software.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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However, only 120 appear on Google Maps for the entire state, meaning finding the restrooms may require a bit more local insight.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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So are basic physics, the general understanding of human limitations, logic.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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For more than 30 years, Wolf Entertainment has shaped the public’s understanding of crime and punishment arguably more than any other cultural force.—
John J. Lennon,
Rolling Stone,
19 July 2025
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The new price cap on Russian crude will remain flexible in line with market dynamics and will be set at just above 47 dollars per barrel at current market prices, according to four European officials who spoke to CNBC on the condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the topic.—
Ruxandra Iordache,
CNBC,
18 July 2025
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The Justice Department has cited the need to protect the identities of victims and witnesses, along with the sensitivity of grand jury materials, as reasons for withholding additional evidence.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Their 11-year-old daughter, Jasmine, made thank you cards with big hearts and notes of appreciation for all the support.—
Bahar Anooshahr,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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Take your pick between centuries-old palazzos and elegant villas reimagined into modern luxury stays, each one imbued with a deep appreciation for Florentine traditions.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
22 July 2025
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“Perception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perception. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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