1
as in insight
the ability to understand inner qualities or relationships
a writer of considerable perception, she remembers how it feels to be confused and insecure
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2
as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a growing perception of the enormity of the problem
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Recent Examples of perception
The perception in Israel is that this is a personal war or illegitimate war that is being conducted exclusively because of the political interests of the Prime Minister.
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Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 6 June 2025
However, the analysts said consumer brand perception is stronger in China than those other two markets.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 6 June 2025
Kissinger believed that power stemmed from a combination of economic strength, diplomatic influence, national self-interests, and military deterrence—but most importantly, the perception of resolve and strategic consistency.
—Matt Robison, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
Dodson took offense to that criticism and has been laboring to change that perception since joining the Dolphins.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 5 June 2025
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Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 6 June 2025
However, the analysts said consumer brand perception is stronger in China than those other two markets.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 6 June 2025
Kissinger believed that power stemmed from a combination of economic strength, diplomatic influence, national self-interests, and military deterrence—but most importantly, the perception of resolve and strategic consistency.
—Matt Robison, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
Dodson took offense to that criticism and has been laboring to change that perception since joining the Dolphins.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perception
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The executive met with Variety ahead of the event to discuss his insights into the Kingdom’s growing role in the global animation market, Manga Productions’ distribution strategy and how homegrown talent is being nurtured through national training programs and international collaborations.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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Often, this insight arose in conversation with other women, in consciousness-raising groups.—
Dayna Tortorici,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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Our goal is not to tell you what to think, but to give you the essential knowledge and understanding to come to your own intelligent conclusions.—
Jon Gambrell,
Christian Science Monitor,
13 June 2025
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The actor slash producer took the position in January and spent the last six months getting a better understanding of the industry structures in place at TIFF, both to continue to deliver programs that are already considered successful and to be able to tweak whatever wasn’t fully working.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The department will not be releasing additional details about the case because of its sensitivity and the victim’s age, according to the release.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
14 June 2025
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Organizations must embrace: • Responsiveness over rigidity • Continuous learning over static optimization • Signal sensitivity over status reporting This isn’t hypothetical.—
Gowtham Chilakapati,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Environmental benefits also remain a key motivator, along with a growing appreciation for the smooth, quiet driving experience and the high-tech features found in many modern EVs.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Phoebe Merrick says living in New Zealand has given her a greater appreciation of work-life balance.—
Jennifer Liu
Zachary Green,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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“Perception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perception. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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