perceiving
Perceiving means noticing or becoming aware of something through your senses, like seeing, hearing, feeling, tasting, or smelling.
When we say someone perceives something, it usually means they've become conscious of their surroundings or an event. For example, a hiker might perceive the beauty of a mountain landscape as they walk through it, taking in the sights and sounds of nature. People often perceive their emotions too, like feeling sad or happy. In general, perceiving involves becoming aware of something that's happening around you or inside yourself.
Note: Perceive can be a verb, but it can also be an adjective when talking about someone with a certain ability or way of thinking, like having a vivid imagination - in this case "perceptive" is the correct spelling.
How common is "perceiving"?
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
verb
To become aware of, through the physical senses or by thinking; to see; to understand.
noun
The act by which something is perceived.
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