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

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perceptions

Foreign Minister Robert Dussey of Togo, which sponsored the resolution, said maps "guide education, nourish the imagination, and influence collective perceptions."

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

German consumer confidence picked up, with perceptions of the economy bolstered by resilient growth despite lingering inflation concerns due to geopolitical uncertainty.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026

He said as much last week before the Headingley Test - that the biggest challenge in resuming the captaincy was overcoming the perceptions others have of his leadership.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

Because of a long history of such characterizations and perceptions, mountain people have often been forced to locate the beauty within themselves and their culture.

From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026

His perceptions are sharp and delicate and he is a mind-reader.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck