Perceive Definition & Meaning
perceive
- verb
- to become aware of through the senses; "I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon"
- become conscious of; "She finally perceived the futility of her protest"
"Perceive" in song lyrics
See how perceive is used in real songs:
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"In the jungle learned fast about the snakes who perceive"
Beretta 9 f/ Chi-King, Leggezin Fin, Prodigal Sunn, ShoGun Assason — Afro Killa Beez -
"Or is it all fictional thoughts that you perceive?"
Big Syke — Be Yo Self -
"not the literal physical slavery that they perceive"
C.H.A.D. The Change f/ Mos Def
Words that rhyme with perceive
Usage tips for "perceive"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "perceive" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for perceive to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does perceive mean?
- to become aware of through the senses; "I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon" become conscious of; "She finally perceived the futility of her protest"
- What part of speech is perceive?
- Perceive is a verb.
- How many definitions does perceive have?
- Perceive has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).