Synonyms of perceptions

perceptions

noun

plural of perception

as in understandings

the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something

a growing perception of the enormity of the problem

Synonyms & Similar Words

• understandings
• appreciations
• grasps
• apprehensions
• comprehensions
• grips
• conceptions
• percipiences
• absorptions
• holds
• assimilations
• uptakes
• digestions
• realizations
• visualizations
• enlightenments

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• misperceptions
• misunderstandings
• misinterpretations
• incomprehensions
• misapprehensions
• miscomprehensions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of perceptions

Finally, the case for continuing Republican support remains grounded in voters’ perceptions of Republican competence on the economy, border security and crime. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

McDonald’s said the restaurant modernizations include lockers to handle delivery orders more easily, more visible coffee preparation areas to enhance quality perceptions, bigger play areas and improved kitchen layouts. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026

Some coverage policies may also reflect outdated perceptions of these interventions rather than the current state of evidence. — Lorenzo Cohen, STAT, 22 Sep. 2026

The doc feels out of sync with perceptions of JAŸ not just in the previous decade but also in this one. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026

Since the end of the draft in 1973, according to my research, the success of military recruiting has largely hinged on young people’s perceptions of their chances for upward mobility. — Jeremiah Favara, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026

The poll also asked likely Kansas voters about their perceptions of different candidates and current state and federal officials. — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2026

Robertson also emphasized that modern mining careers look different from historical perceptions of the industry. — Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026

Based on a survey of college undergraduates about their perceptions and experiences regarding free speech on their campuses, the organization gives each school a score, grade and rank. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2026