perception
nounfeminine/pɨɾsɨˈsɐ̃w̃/high
per·ce·ção
Definition
The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; the way in which something is regarded, understood, or interpreted.
Her perception of the situation was completely accurate.
Visual perception can be affected by lighting conditions.
Common collocations
visual perceptionpublic perceptionsense perceptiondepth perception
Etymology
Do latim 'perceptio, -onis'.