PERCEIVING Synonyms: 113 Similar and Opposite Words

perceiving

verb

present participle of perceive

as in sensing

to have a vague awareness of I thought I perceived a problem, but I wasn't sure

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as in noticing

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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as in knowing

to have a clear idea of I perceive your point, but I still disagree

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Recent Examples of perceiving Many are dissatisfied with democracy, perceiving participation as mere consultation without consequence. — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Yet American students and scholars flocked in droves to theory, perceiving in its recondite abstractions a thrilling new way of understanding the world—even, some believed, of changing it. — Emily Eakin, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026 Yet much of the public has long since stopped perceiving him as such. — Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026 But for others, difficulties in perceiving faces can impact their quality of life. — Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026 Whether you're bothered by perceiving the crease is entirely subjective, but Samsung added a dual-layered glass architecture to the inside display to reduce the visible crease by 20% on the Z Fold 8. — Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026 Sam always found this really interesting line of being very truthful of what is going on behind closed doors in a generation, but then also pushing the boundaries on how people are used to perceiving or digesting certain topics. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 10 June 2026 In 2020, Samir Nurmohamed, now an assistant professor of management at the University of Pennsylvania, published a paper that showed evidence that perceiving yourself as an underdog can lead to higher motivation and better performance at work. — Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 2 June 2026 And there is the feeling of each character’s eyes taking in the viewer, creating a question of who is perceiving who. — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 24 May 2026

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Verb

That could eventually give defense researchers a faster route to developing advanced materials for sensing, energy, and other next-generation technologies.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
And sensing an opportunity, products geared toward a younger audience are regularly using brainrot characters.

— Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of sensing

Verb

In one video from Mailung, in Nepal’s Rasuwa region, a group of construction workers was seen walking down a mountain path before noticing giant plumes of brown debris in the distance, rapidly cascading toward them.

— Laura Saravia, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026
As the children played and the adults talked, Rose kept noticing her husband looking toward the water, scanning the horizon.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of noticing

Verb

Any pause and retracement back into that gap gives investors an opportunity to start to accumulate shares knowing that the $230 level should now act as support.

— Jay Woods, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Before work gives way to the weekend, take a few minutes to catch up on the California stories worth knowing today.

— James Ward, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of knowing

Verb

Lisa is seeing what this experience could be for her, which only emphasized just how bad her current situation on RHOSLC is.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
Domagal-Goldman compared Roman’s capabilities to capturing an all-encompassing view of a forest as well as seeing sharp details of its trees, like leaves and birds, all at the same time.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of seeing

Verb

Authorities in Indiana are warning residents to be vigilant after a person reported spotting a several-hundred-pound lioness and a large cub roaming in one central county.

— Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Your best shot at spotting a rocket launch from Jacksonville is to get as close to the beach as possible or get away from trees to get a clear view of the sky and look due south.

— Lianna Norman, Florida Times-Union, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of spotting

Verb

His drive, his motor, understanding his role, just being there for his teammates.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
For drivers wondering what a car warranty actually covers, understanding the basics upfront can prevent surprises when a claim relies on proof of regular maintenance.

— Michael Kurko, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of understanding

Verb

Mars in your sign challenges disciplined Saturn, creating the deeply irritating experience of feeling motivated and blocked at the same time.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 Sep. 2026
People start feeling uncomfortable when the dew point creeps into the 60s, particularly the mid and upper 60s.

— Paris Barraza, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of feeling

Verb

Finally, regarding Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey, his tone has skewed dovish in recent months, favoring a wait-and-see approach to the impact of the Middle East conflict.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Communities from Lansing, Michigan, to Pflugerville, Texas, are ending their relationship with Flock, largely over concerns regarding out-of-control surveillance, unwanted data sharing, high expenses, and reports of police abusing the tool.

— Cyrus Farivar, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026

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