English dictionary

perception

/p/@/r's/E/p/S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept

noun.cognition

Synonyms percept perceptual experience

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a way of conceiving something

noun.cognition

Examples
Luther had a new perception of the Bible.

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the process of perceiving

noun.cognition

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knowledge gained by perceiving

noun.cognition

Examples
A man admired for the depth of his perception.

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becoming aware of something via the senses

noun.act

Synonyms sensing

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The act of perceiving; cognizance by the senses or intellect; apperhension by the bodily organs, or by the mind, of what is presented to them; discernment; apperhension; cognition.

noun

Source: webster1913