perception — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The organisation, identification and interpretation of sensory information.

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2. Conscious understanding of something.

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   Examples

   have perception of time

3. Vision (ability)

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4. Acuity

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Noun

1. the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept

   Synonyms

   perceptperceptual experience

   Broader terms

   representationmental representationinternal representation

2. a way of conceiving something

   Broader terms

   conceptualizationconceptualisationconceptuality

   Examples

   Luther had a new perception of the Bible

3. the process of perceiving

   Broader terms

   basic cognitive process

4. knowledge gained by perceiving

   Broader terms

   cognitionknowledgenoesis

   Examples

   a man admired for the depth of his perception

5. becoming aware of something via the senses

   Synonyms

   sensing

   Broader terms

   sensory activity