1. the way you notice or understand something using your senses
Usage: plural of perception
2. beliefs or opinions about what something is like
Usage: plural of perception

Examples

• Different people have different perceptions of beauty.
• Her perceptions of color changed after the eye surgery.
• Public perceptions of the politician improved after his speech.
• The study examined students’ perceptions of online learning.
• Cultural background influences our perceptions of social situations.
• His perceptions were clouded by his personal biases.
• The artist wanted to challenge viewers’ perceptions of reality.