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Updated June 2026
Past tense of perceive; to become aware of or interpret something through the senses or mind. It involves recognising, noticing, or understanding something, often subjectively.
“She perceived a subtle shift in his attitude during the conversation.”
/pə’siːv/d
Nine letters with -ED ending; contains three E's
Worth 17 points; the V and C provide strong scoring potential
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