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Definition perceive in British English

perceive verb

[transitive] verb
/pə(r)ˈsiːv/
1

to understand or think about something in a particular way

Example

School heads perceive their roles in different ways.

Example

Computers were often perceived as a threat.

Example

politicians who are generally perceived to be corrupt

Example

The most important problem is the perceived threat to public health.

Synonyms and related words
make out interpret perceive
2

to notice or realize something

Example

He quickly perceived the truth.

Example

The doctor had perceived that something was troubling her.

Synonyms and related words
notice recognize observe
2.1

to notice something using your senses (=your ability to see, hear, smell etc)

Synonyms and related words
acute assail assault
Definition perceive in British English