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Perceptions

Verb / pɜ:ˈsepʃʌnz / Another word for perceptions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Perceptions refer to the way one sees, thinks, or understands something.

Synonyms & similar words

perception sensing percept perceptualexperience viewpoint perspective outlook angle take standpoint approach attitude belief conviction opinion sentiment thoughts thinking understanding impression observation awareness cognition conception

Synonyms by register

Formal

apprehensions cognitions interpretations understandings

Informal

views takes impressions feelings

Literary

phantasms visions appearances

Antonyms

reality fact objectivity certainty truth ignorance

Common collocations

  • common perceptions
  • public perceptions
  • differing perceptions
  • our perceptions
  • their perceptions
  • shaping perceptions
  • challenging perceptions
  • based on perception

Word family

noun perception
verb perceive
adjective perceptive
adverb perceptively

Usage note

Perception refers to the way something is regarded, understood, or interpreted. It often implies a subjective viewpoint rather than an objective reality.

Example sentences

  1. My perceptions of the movie were influenced by the reviews.
  2. Her perception of the world changed after traveling to different countries.
  3. The artist's perception of beauty was reflected in his paintings.
  4. The perception of the public on the issue was divided.
  5. The company's perception of its customers' needs has changed over time.

Quotes

  • Perception is reality.
  • The eye through which I see God is the same eye through which God sees me.
  • We see things not as they are, but as we are.

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