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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2
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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3
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
The feeling of disrespect in the winter over his emotional outbursts and what some perceived to be criticism of the supporters has subsided as Palace’s European journey has continued.
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 25 May 2026
There’s also sharp critique of creative choices, tone shifts, and perceived laziness in storytelling.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 May 2026
South Korean retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin on Tuesday issued his second apology in two weeks as Starbucks’ local operation faces a backlash over a recent marketing campaign that was widely perceived as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980.
—ABC News, 25 May 2026
Israel is perceived as more of a threat than Iran by some countries after this.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 25 May 2026
How we are perceived is often not up to us, the painting declares.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Very few couples become dissatisfied purely because one partner suddenly becomes or is perceived as unattractive.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Trump negotiating a settlement to his own lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service that would set up the compensation fund for those perceived to be wrongly prosecuted — proved too toxic for the Senate to bear.
—Lisa Mascaro, Fortune, 23 May 2026
The trend is one that’s been seen across Silicon Valley and corporate America as AI has been perceived to have continued upside and the potential for monumental change across industries.
—Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 19 May 2026
Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 25 May 2026
There’s also sharp critique of creative choices, tone shifts, and perceived laziness in storytelling.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 May 2026
South Korean retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin on Tuesday issued his second apology in two weeks as Starbucks’ local operation faces a backlash over a recent marketing campaign that was widely perceived as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980.
—ABC News, 25 May 2026
Israel is perceived as more of a threat than Iran by some countries after this.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 25 May 2026
How we are perceived is often not up to us, the painting declares.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Very few couples become dissatisfied purely because one partner suddenly becomes or is perceived as unattractive.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Trump negotiating a settlement to his own lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service that would set up the compensation fund for those perceived to be wrongly prosecuted — proved too toxic for the Senate to bear.
—Lisa Mascaro, Fortune, 23 May 2026
The trend is one that’s been seen across Silicon Valley and corporate America as AI has been perceived to have continued upside and the potential for monumental change across industries.
—Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceived
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Amazon sensed strong parallels with Marvel's hugely-successful Thor films which put Chris Hemsworth on the map.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Ohtani, pitching and hitting in the same game for just the third time this season, sensed the moment as well.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Among those who noticed was Land O' Lakes, which reached out with a surprise package for the birthday girl.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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According to the probable cause statement, Kirkpatrick, the witness and the victim were in the residence’s master bedroom when the victim noticed Kirkpatrick had allegedly taken his keys, wallet and cellphone, according to the probable cause statement.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
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In an event that lasted three hours and ended with an extended standing ovation, both Democrats and Republicans stood to praise Looney as a wise colleague who understood the history of the institution of the state legislature.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
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As warming increases sea ice temperatures, the mechanical properties shift in ways that aren’t yet fully understood.—
Deena Theresa,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
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Osaka’s tennis shone, too, in a 6-3, 7-6(3) win that felt straightforward considering Siegemund’s ability to knock opponents off rhythm with her awkward, slice-laden game and use of tennis’ dark arts.—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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So this felt like football business as usual.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
Verb
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As Toomey looked for a seat to watch the race that day at Balboa Stadium, he was spotted by his old cross-country coach at Palo Alto High School, Forrest Jamieson.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Two other robots approach an indistinct tree line, and devastating blasts follow, the unit saying Russian positions had been spotted there earlier.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Verb
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One of those is still the Zerwas’ house, the best home a teenage Halverson ever knew.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The Quality Paperback Book Club knew how to catch your eye.—
John Ficarra,
Washington Post,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Moving a blade back and forth to try to saw biscuits apart will make their layers stick (and ruin the rise).—
Ella Quittner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ruggeri says that, in comparison to saw palmetto, which gets far more attention.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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TokyoReuters — Toshifumi Suzuki, the founder of Seven-Eleven Japan and widely regarded as the father of Japan’s convenience store industry, died of heart failure on May 18, Seven & i Holdings said on Monday.—
Reuters 20 hr ago,
CNN Money,
25 May 2026
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Not long ago he was regarded as virtually Ukraine’s co-president, said Jamie Dettmer on Politico.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
24 May 2026
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“Perceived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceived. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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