perceived
A scientist notes a perceived change in temperature on the digital thermometer.
Adjective 1. Detected by the senses: Recognized or understood through sight, hearing, touch, taste, or smell. 2. Recognized or interpreted by the mind: Understood, interpreted, or become aware of, often based on available information rather than absolute proof.
The word "perceived" is used to describe something that has been noticed, observed, or interpreted. It emphasizes the act of perception itself, which can be sensory or cognitive. It often highlights that the understanding is based on an individual's or group's observation and may not necessarily reflect an objective, universal truth.
- Adjective (Sensory):
- There was a perceived change in the air pressure before the storm.
- The perceived brightness of the screen can be adjusted in the settings.
- Adjective (Cognitive):
- The company addressed the perceived lack of communication from management.
- Her silence was perceived as agreement by the rest of the team.
- He acted based on a perceived threat to his authority.
- "Perceived value": The worth or desirability of a product or service in the mind of a consumer, which may differ from its objective market value or cost.
- The brand's marketing increases the perceived value of its products.
- "Perceived risk": An individual's subjective judgment about the severity and likelihood of a potential hazard or negative outcome.
- The perceived risk of flying deters some people from air travel, despite its statistical safety.
- Perceive (verb): To become aware of, notice, or interpret through the senses or the mind.
- I perceive a note of sarcasm in your voice.
- Perception (noun): The process of perceiving, or a particular way of understanding or interpreting something.
- Public perception of the event changed after the news report.
- Perceiver (noun): One who perceives.
- Perceptible (adjective): Able to be perceived; noticeable.
- There was a perceptible improvement in her mood.
- Sensed: Detected by a sense or feeling.
- Discerned: Recognized or understood as different, often with careful observation.
- Recognized: Identified from previous experience or knowledge.
- Interpreted: Understood or explained in a particular way.
- Unnoticed: Not observed or seen.
- Unrecognized: Not identified or acknowledged.
- Imperceptible: Impossible to perceive; undetectable.
A scientist notes a perceived change in temperature on the digital thermometer.
- detected by means of the senses
- a perceived difference in temperature
- detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues
- the felt presence of an intruder
- a sensed presence in the room raised goosebumps on her arms
- a perceived threat