noun
- The representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept.
- synonyms: percept, perceptual experience
- A way of conceiving something.
- usage: "Luther had a new perception of the Bible"
- The process of perceiving.
- Knowledge gained by perceiving.
- usage: "a man admired for the depth of his perception"
- Becoming aware of something via the senses.
- synonyms: sensing
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