perceive
Translation
to perceive, to notice, to understand, to regard
Examples
I perceive a change in his attitude.
I perceive a change in his attitude.
How do you perceive the situation?
How do you perceive the situation?
She perceived him as a threat.
She perceived him as a threat.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to become aware of (sth.). I perceive a change in his attitude.
((sb./sth.)) as ((sth.)) to regard (sb./sth.) in a particular way. She perceived him as a threat.
that ((clause)) to understand or realize that... He perceived that he was not welcome.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sense, notice, discern, understand
Etymology
From Latin 'per-' (thoroughly) + 'capere' (to take, seize). To 'take in' thoroughly with the senses or mind.
Memory Tips
Think of using your five senses to 'receive' information. 'Perceive' sounds like 'receive'.