Definition

A person who notices or becomes aware of something through their senses.

Example

As a perceiver of art, she could appreciate the subtle details in the painting.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how each perceiver can see things differently?

Yeah, it's interesting how our backgrounds influence our perspectives.

Exactly! It makes conversations so much richer when you have different perceivers in the room.

Totally! That's why I love discussing art with you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Perceiver → It is formed from "per-" (meaning through) and "capere" (meaning to seize or take). The word "perceiver" refers to someone who seizes or takes in information through their senses, thus understanding or recognizing something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'seizes' ('capere') information 'through' ('per-') their senses — that's how a perceiver understands the world.

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