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
Many on the right have reacted strongly to those perceived to be celebrating or mocking Kirk's death, calling for consequences such as losing their jobs or in Omar's case, being censured.
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Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The second dimension, Reputation Analysis, evaluated how companies and their digital health solutions are publicly perceived.
—Time Staff, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
Such authentic endorsements are more likely to be perceived as credible AI-friendly mentions.
—Michael Kuzminov, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
That perceived proximity to the president is still a draw for some potential recruits.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
At age 62, Doug Rasheed has enough self-awareness to know how his accomplishments in the music industry might be perceived by consumers of today’s most popular artists and songs.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Who and where reveals geopolitical trends The travel patterns of leaders are a powerful indicator of their priorities and perceived importance of other nations.
—Collin J. Meisel, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
Any unpleasant government decision—such as the August order blocking voice calls on WhatsApp and Telegram, on the pretext of preventing scams and terrorist activity—tends to be perceived mostly with passive discontent and immediate adaptation with the search for alternative practical solutions.
—Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2025
Knapp, in Colorado, said his organization is shifting its approach away from bird flu outreach at events where farmworkers congregate, because that could be perceived as a setup -- and could inadvertently become one if ICE agents targeted such an event.
—Amy Maxmen | Kff Health News, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2025
Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The second dimension, Reputation Analysis, evaluated how companies and their digital health solutions are publicly perceived.
—Time Staff, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
Such authentic endorsements are more likely to be perceived as credible AI-friendly mentions.
—Michael Kuzminov, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
That perceived proximity to the president is still a draw for some potential recruits.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
At age 62, Doug Rasheed has enough self-awareness to know how his accomplishments in the music industry might be perceived by consumers of today’s most popular artists and songs.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Who and where reveals geopolitical trends The travel patterns of leaders are a powerful indicator of their priorities and perceived importance of other nations.
—Collin J. Meisel, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
Any unpleasant government decision—such as the August order blocking voice calls on WhatsApp and Telegram, on the pretext of preventing scams and terrorist activity—tends to be perceived mostly with passive discontent and immediate adaptation with the search for alternative practical solutions.
—Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2025
Knapp, in Colorado, said his organization is shifting its approach away from bird flu outreach at events where farmworkers congregate, because that could be perceived as a setup -- and could inadvertently become one if ICE agents targeted such an event.
—Amy Maxmen | Kff Health News, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceived
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The Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements Act (SCORE Act) was supposed to go to a House floor vote this week, but that plan was scrapped when the bill’s sponsors reportedly sensed a majority would vote nay.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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So did audiences, who sensed that this golden boy was also a decent man.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
16 Sep. 2025
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But in recent years, psychologists, sociologists and concerned parents alike have noticed a growing number of young adults who seem caught in this adolescent quicksand — unable or unwilling to take the next step into adulthood.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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People in neighborhood are afraid, candidates say The Republican candidate seeking Hortman’s seat, real estate agent Ruth Bittner, noticed early in her campaign that people in the neighborhood where Hortman was killed seemed afraid to open their doors.—
Mark Vancleave,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
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Now in production, the indie feature stars Dern as steadfast patriarch Gramps, whose daughter Shay (Thompson) is a single mother navigating the ADHD diagnosis of one of her identical twin sons, who shares his medication with his brother in attempt to be understood, sparking an unforgettable summer.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
14 Sep. 2025
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Christian Siriano has always understood the art of drama.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Sep. 2025
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In Sunday’s 40-37 win over the New York Giants, his impact was felt with 130 total yards, including a 30-yard rushing touchdown in the third quarter that was attributed as his longest run since his rookie season in 2021.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Sep. 2025
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Because nursery rhymes are such an important part of every child’s musical journey, creating a definitive collection felt essential.—
Katie Atkinson,
Billboard,
18 Sep. 2025
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Researchers from the Center for Whale Research, SeaDoc Society and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance confirmed the female calf was deceased, with its umbilical cord still attached when spotted in Rosario Strait near the San Juan Islands.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Jennifer Garner is spotted filming her upcoming Peacock series, The Five-Star Weekend while on location in Nantucket.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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The black long-sleeve top was a staple for me, providing a warming base layer that no one knew was there under the right sweater or top.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Sep. 2025
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The lawsuit contends that county officials knew his property did not contain farm labor housing but proceeded with the search anyway, using the task force as a pretext to bypass warrant requirements and investigate for potential code violations.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
19 Sep. 2025
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The trees were cut down, sawed in half, hollowed out and tied back together for the musicians to use.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Fanatics shared the moment Tennessee Titans first overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward, saw Brady pop up on the screen to give him some wise words.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The quiet schism in sports over whether to acknowledge Kirk as an important figure cut down in a senseless murder may reflect today’s uneasy balance between conservative power and the norms of what are often regarded as apolitical spaces, particularly by conservatives themselves.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
16 Sep. 2025
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Furthermore, Regulus is regarded as one of the brightest stars visible to Earth.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Perceived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceived. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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