perception

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

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Definition

  1. noun the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept
  2. noun a way of conceiving something
  3. noun the process of perceiving

Etymology

From Middle English percepcioun, from Middle French percepcion, from Latin perceptiō (“a receiving or collecting, perception, comprehension”), from perceptus (“perceived, observed”), perfect passive participle of percipiō (“to perceive, observe”); see perceive.

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Synonyms

percept, perceptual experience

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