perception

Definition

  • noun: the way you think about or understand someone or something
  • noun: a result of 'perceiving'
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: discernment, apperhension, cognition

Examples

  • People's 'self-perceptions' are often very different from the way other people perceive them.

  • People's 'perceptions of' this town have changed radically.

  • the public/public's 'perception of' nuclear power

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) We can't make it unhappen, so we have to adapt. Don't they realize that this is a first draft? All we have here really is a perception problem. We don't get a second chance at a first impression, Donald. You know that. Now, look, I'm on your side, but Linda is furious. (..)
    2013 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 2 Season: 1 Episode 2