Standard Synonyms
‘Perception’ can be replaced with words like ‘understanding’
‘awareness’
‘observation’
Or ‘comprehension’.
Slang Synonyms
Notion
Understanding
Belief
View
Conception
Appreciation
Interpretation
Academic Synonyms
View
Perspective
Sight
Notion
Conception
Appreciation
Recognition
Awareness
Old English Synonyms
Cognition
Comprehension
Appreciation
Observation
Regional Synonyms
Opinion
Thought
Judgment
Viewpoint
Way of thinking
Interpretation
Diagnosis
Industry-specific Synonyms
What someone sees when they look at something.
Antonyms
Misperception
Unperceived
Imperceptible
Meaning
Perception is the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.
Definition
Perception refers to the way we interpret the world around us. This includes our ability to see, hear, smell, taste, and feel. It also includes our memories, thoughts, and feelings.
Example Sentences
I just had a perception that something was wrong.
His perception of her was that she was unkind.
My perception of the world is that it is a good place.
From my perception, you are wrong.
Your perception of the situation is skewed.