1
as in senses
to have a vague awareness of
I thought I perceived a problem, but I wasn't sure
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2
as in notices
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 understands
to have a clear idea of
I perceive your point, but I still disagree
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Recent Examples of perceives
On the long list of commonplace myths surrounding enterprise networking, the general public sometimes perceives that the work only fits extroverts developing purely transactional bonds.
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
While labor markets appear to be stable, the Fed perceives the risks of worse-than-expected labor market outcomes to be rising.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
But Loktev is quick to correct anyone who perceives My Undesirable Friends as a snapshot of idealists under duress.
—Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
The human simply perceives a robot entering the road just before a car crashes into it.
—Petar Popovski, IEEE Spectrum, 13 Aug. 2025
One possible solution, experts have pointed out, would be to plug the gap by welcoming more immigrants – a controversial topic in Japan, a largely conservative country that perceives itself as ethnically homogenous.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
If his health permits, CBS Sports would likely be very supportive given his years of broadcasting for the company, and how the golf-viewing public perceives him in his Masters role.
—Richard Deitsch, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Khan perceives social media as an essential tool for maintaining a connection with fans and gauging their opinions.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
The fight-or-flight response is a physiological reaction triggered by situations our brain perceives as threats—like yelling.
—Daryl Austin, Parents, 14 Mar. 2025
Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
While labor markets appear to be stable, the Fed perceives the risks of worse-than-expected labor market outcomes to be rising.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
But Loktev is quick to correct anyone who perceives My Undesirable Friends as a snapshot of idealists under duress.
—Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
The human simply perceives a robot entering the road just before a car crashes into it.
—Petar Popovski, IEEE Spectrum, 13 Aug. 2025
One possible solution, experts have pointed out, would be to plug the gap by welcoming more immigrants – a controversial topic in Japan, a largely conservative country that perceives itself as ethnically homogenous.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
If his health permits, CBS Sports would likely be very supportive given his years of broadcasting for the company, and how the golf-viewing public perceives him in his Masters role.
—Richard Deitsch, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Khan perceives social media as an essential tool for maintaining a connection with fans and gauging their opinions.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
The fight-or-flight response is a physiological reaction triggered by situations our brain perceives as threats—like yelling.
—Daryl Austin, Parents, 14 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceives
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However, when Jess senses something sinister and then mysteriously disappears, Frida must uncover the truth before meeting the same fate.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Midea Chill Master has a dispenser that senses the size of your glass.—
PCMag Staff,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The algorithm notices patterns and rewards reliable creators with better reach.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Watson notices Ringo’s loyalty in the smallest moments.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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As this year’s host of MTV’s VMAs, the legendary musician and actor understands the importance of setting the atmosphere for one of music’s most illustrious nights.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
6 Sep. 2025
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Which is something Adamik understands very well.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This way, the space feels truly your own on delivery day.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The wide-leg silhouette feels chic and trendy without having to sacrifice on comfort.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Carlota sees Cherry hiding it, and puts it back in Laura’s room.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Designers explored the full spectrum for spring 2025, and this fall sees the check revival continue its reign.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Who knows, but the struggle was real.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Mark Fisher, who’s been keeping an eye on the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's utility bills for the past 20 years, knows this all too well.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Sep. 2025
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Over 40 cases have been filed in district court, which hears the most serious federal offenses, including assault, gun and drug charges.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The district hears parents’ worries, King said, apologizing that the potential military presence is coming amid a time when students should be happy.—
Kate Perez,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Advertisement Fortunately, the public recognizes how backward this decision is.—
Ryan Gellert,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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And in 2016, Hadid was the first woman to win the RIBA Gold Medal, which recognizes an individual’s substantial contributions to international architecture on behalf of the British monarch.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Perceives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceives. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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