Perception: meaning, definitions and examples

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perception

[ pəˈsɛpʃ(ə)n ]

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psychological

The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.

Synonyms

awareness, cognition, consciousness

Examples of usage

The perception of pain varies from person to person.
His perception of the situation was completely different from mine.

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social

The way in which something is regarded, understood, or interpreted.

Synonyms

opinion, perspective, view

Examples of usage

Public perception of the company improved after the charity event.
Her perception of beauty is influenced by societal standards.

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philosophical

The mental grasp of objects, qualities, and other aspects, by the mind through the senses.

Synonyms

apprehension, comprehension, understanding

Examples of usage

His perception of reality was shaped by his philosophical beliefs.
The philosopher delved into the nature of perception and reality.

Translations

Translations of the word "perception" in other languages:

🇵🇹 percepção

🇮🇳 धारणा

🇩🇪 Wahrnehmung

🇮🇩 persepsi

🇺🇦 сприйняття

🇵🇱 percepcja

🇯🇵 知覚 (ちかく)

🇫🇷 perception

🇪🇸 percepción

🇹🇷 algı

🇰🇷 지각 (지각)

🇸🇦 إدراك

🇨🇿 vnímání

🇸🇰 vnímanie

🇨🇳 感知 (gǎnzhī)

🇸🇮 zaznavanje

🇮🇸 skynjun

🇰🇿 қабылдау

🇬🇪 აღქმა

🇦🇿 qavrayış

🇲🇽 percepción

Word origin

The word 'perception' originated from the Latin word 'perceptio', which means 'receiving, collecting, action of taking possession'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century, originally in a philosophical context. Over time, 'perception' has evolved to encompass psychological, social, and philosophical meanings, reflecting the complex nature of human cognition and interpretation.