1
as in sensed
to have a vague awareness of
I thought I perceived a problem, but I wasn't sure
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as in noticed
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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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
I perceive your point, but I still disagree
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Recent Examples of perceived
In cultures or social contexts where relationships are perceived as less fluid, distancing is less frequent, as the stakes of losing a connection are higher.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While this is a possibility, Ennis boasts a higher profile and might be perceived as vulnerable following a less-than-stellar performance against Chukhadzhian.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Consumers are not shy about signaling to brand marketers that their messages are no longer ruling how products are perceived.
—David Doty, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The trustees banned curriculum described as CRT and all flags but the American flag, which was widely perceived as a way to prevent Pride flags from being displayed on campuses.
—Nadra Nittle, Them, 10 Dec. 2024
But the implosion of Assad’s regime could potentially weaken Putin’s hand in negotiations over ending the war in Ukraine, particularly if Putin’s bellicose threats in recent weeks of nuclear escalation are perceived as hollow.
—Nathan Hodge, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Racing's lawsuit highlights perceived antitrust violations after the team refused to sign the new charter agreement, which NASCAR introduced for the 2025 season.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Humans interacting with fellow humans would discern that waiting a long time to respond is going to be perceived as an unusual cadence when in discourse covering simple matters.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The Yankees re-signing Soto, the most expensive player in the game, would be perceived as business as usual, even if the Yankees are well into a second decade of Hal Steinbrenner stewardship that’s far more measured and fiscally conservative than anything George Steinbrenner ever oversaw.
—Jerry Beach, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While this is a possibility, Ennis boasts a higher profile and might be perceived as vulnerable following a less-than-stellar performance against Chukhadzhian.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Consumers are not shy about signaling to brand marketers that their messages are no longer ruling how products are perceived.
—David Doty, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The trustees banned curriculum described as CRT and all flags but the American flag, which was widely perceived as a way to prevent Pride flags from being displayed on campuses.
—Nadra Nittle, Them, 10 Dec. 2024
But the implosion of Assad’s regime could potentially weaken Putin’s hand in negotiations over ending the war in Ukraine, particularly if Putin’s bellicose threats in recent weeks of nuclear escalation are perceived as hollow.
—Nathan Hodge, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Racing's lawsuit highlights perceived antitrust violations after the team refused to sign the new charter agreement, which NASCAR introduced for the 2025 season.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Humans interacting with fellow humans would discern that waiting a long time to respond is going to be perceived as an unusual cadence when in discourse covering simple matters.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The Yankees re-signing Soto, the most expensive player in the game, would be perceived as business as usual, even if the Yankees are well into a second decade of Hal Steinbrenner stewardship that’s far more measured and fiscally conservative than anything George Steinbrenner ever oversaw.
—Jerry Beach, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceived
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But Republicans sensed an opportunity to take down what many on the GOP side viewed as a Democrat who had not done much to separate herself from the party’s brand.Al Weaver, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
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The worker who heard the woman singing had sensed young, vibrant female energy, and while surely there have been many joyful women on the steamboat over the years, only one enjoyed their last happy moments there.Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
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Some students, Adams said, may not have understood why Pepperdine had developed a shelter-in-place policy.Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Some can be understood as important catalysts for techno-scientific progress.Byrne Hobart, Big Think, 10 Dec. 2024
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Tazewell uses black in many different fabrications and leans into using a felting technique to depict the deeper story behind Erivo’s character.Essence, Essence, 2 Dec. 2024
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The massive, winding fabric sculpture, stretching nearly 150 feet long, will be suspended from its roof, in all its crocheted, beaded, and felted glory, until October 31.Morgan Meier, Curbed, 12 June 2024
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The 600-pound statue was stolen in October, sawed off above the feet, and then found by police, according to the AP.Annalise Frank, Axios, 13 Dec. 2024
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Gibbs hastily sawed off his leg cast, and was seen some time later taking the long-range shot that painted Pedro’s truck window with brain matter.Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Poolside Gossip, regarded as the epitome of midcentury style and design, evokes lazy days by the water.Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kaczynski was born to a working class family in 1942 and was regarded for his exceptional intelligence, graduating from high school at age 15 and going on to Harvard University on a scholarship that same year.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Officials said a customer at the McDonald’s recognized Mangione and notified an employee, who then called local police.Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps one day those or other organizations will morph into labor organizations recognized by the National Labor Relations Board and state labor boards.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Christopher's clip has been viewed more than 700,000 times and received over 100,000 comments.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The video of her protest was viewed more than 200 million times in two days.Maggie McGrath, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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That’s a feature greatly appreciated by someone such as me, who aside from lacking staff, chooses to hoof it over Ubering at every opportunity.Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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She's spoken about the struggles of being a woman of color in a girl band, not feeling seen or appreciated.Jack Irvin, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Perceived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceived. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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