perceived — regarded or understood in a particular way; believed to be true
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: regarded or understood in a particular way; believed to be true
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈsiːvd/
Example Sentences
- My perceived coolness disappeared when I tripped over my own feet.
- The perceived difficulty of the exam made students panic unnecessarily.
- His perceived intelligence was just good luck with multiple choice questions.
perceived
ADJECTIVE[/pərˈsiːvd/]
regarded or understood in a particular way; believed to be true
regarded or understood in a particular way; believed to be true
What was perceived becomes received, and truth is finally believed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin percipere, a compound of per- (thoroughly) and capere (to take or seize). Originally meaning to grasp or take in completely, the term evolved to denote the act of becoming aware of something through the senses or mind.
Breakdown
per- (thoroughly, completely) + capere (to take, seize, grasp) + -ed (past participle suffix). The root capere also appears in English words like capture and capable.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My perceived coolness disappeared when I tripped over my own feet.”
“The perceived difficulty of the exam made students panic unnecessarily.”
“His perceived intelligence was just good luck with multiple choice questions.”
“The perceived benefits of the new policy need further investigation.”
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