perceptions

NOUN

understanding, idea

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approach attention attitude awareness concept consciousness feeling image impression judgment knowledge notion opinion recognition sense taste thought viewpoint

STRONG

acumen apprehension brainchild conceit conception discernment flash grasp insight intellection light observation perspicacity picture plan sagacity sensation study

WEAK

apprehending big idea brain wave realizing

Antonyms

STRONGEST

concrete ignorance stupidity thing unconsciousness

STRONG

misconception misunderstanding

Example Sentences

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Mosengo-Omba, however, has warned that perceptions about the disease are causing unnecessary anxiety.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Yadin said he hopes the exhibition also helps shift public perceptions around homelessness and mental health.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

As consumers spend more of their income on higher-gas prices, perceptions of price increases in the near-term have picked up.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Changing perceptions about aging is the biggest social movement of our lives, much in the same way other social movements have advanced the rights of women, civil rights and LGBTQ+, Clinton said.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

Everything on this island was slowly showing me how distorted such perceptions were; slowly teaching me that the earth was not just for us but for all the creatures on it.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo