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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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
Here in Tamil Nadu, reality was—still is—perceived to reside not in the physical world but in the relationship between that world and the transcendent realm of Siva and Vishnu, two great gods of the Tamil country.
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Chandrahas Choudhury,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 July 2026
To the extent that their fellow-citizens refer to them at all, our government functionaries are perceived not as active agents of change but as inert, self-protecting obstructions.
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The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 July 2026
Consider if the side gig adds unique skills, demonstrates entrepreneurship, or could be perceived as a distraction or conflict of interest.
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Caroline Ceniza-Levine,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Seeking to address that perceived unfairness and force other policy changes, Trump in his second term imposed a series of tariffs on nearly every country, including Mexico and Canada.
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Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
1 July 2026
Nolan’s movies are often perceived as having problems with female characters being flat compared with the male characters.
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
State public defender Jeff Wright testified during the appeals proceedings that Ruhtenberg was fired because her posts were perceived as condoning violence.
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Huo Jingnan,
NPR,
23 June 2026
Sometimes, it’s not perceived that way.
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Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Chandrahas Choudhury,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 July 2026
To the extent that their fellow-citizens refer to them at all, our government functionaries are perceived not as active agents of change but as inert, self-protecting obstructions.
—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 July 2026
Consider if the side gig adds unique skills, demonstrates entrepreneurship, or could be perceived as a distraction or conflict of interest.
—
Caroline Ceniza-Levine,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Seeking to address that perceived unfairness and force other policy changes, Trump in his second term imposed a series of tariffs on nearly every country, including Mexico and Canada.
—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
1 July 2026
Nolan’s movies are often perceived as having problems with female characters being flat compared with the male characters.
—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
State public defender Jeff Wright testified during the appeals proceedings that Ruhtenberg was fired because her posts were perceived as condoning violence.
—
Huo Jingnan,
NPR,
23 June 2026
Sometimes, it’s not perceived that way.
—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceived
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Within three seconds, phones sensed the P-waves of the first quake, said Marc Stogaitis, a principal engineer at Google who works on the early warning system.
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Leviticus writer-director Adrian Chiarella sensed a shift in the world’s acceptance and tolerance toward the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Sharp-eyed court watchers also noticed that Sotomayor listed $4,333 in gifted concert tickets from Rimas Entertainment.
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Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.
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It isn't completely understood how ibogaine works, but scientists know ibogaine affects the brain’s reward and pleasure system.
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Security is now understood as a personal risk structure, not merely a job title.
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The Willy Chavarria show was air-conditioned, pumped with Xinú perfume and felt expensive.
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The devastation in Venezuela is being felt far beyond the country's borders.
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She has also been spotted working as a substitute anchor for various personnel, particularly on weekends.
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Much of the same was seen in Pacoima, where a hundreds of people were spotted dancing and watching fireworks at the intersection of Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Van Nuys Boulevard.
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Filming wrapped in May 2025, and as early as the fall of that year, the studio and Gillespie knew the movie wasn’t working.
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At that point, Bobrovsky knew his seven-season run in South Florida, one that included winning a pair of Stanley Cups, was over.
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Moving a blade back and forth to try to saw biscuits apart will make their layers stick (and ruin the rise).
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Ruggeri says that, in comparison to saw palmetto, which gets far more attention.
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Even Advanced Placement examinations—formerly regarded as one of the strongest objective measures available—have become part of this debate.
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Despite primarily playing club football for Bayer Leverkusen at centre-back, Quansah is regarded as a right-back option by Tuchel.
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“Perceived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceived. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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