perceiver
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- noun
- /pərˈsiːvər/
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perceptor
- Studies have also revealed that the perceiver's cognitive and affective state contributes to the impression formed.
- perceivers can judge
- perceivers' attention
- perceiver's expectations
Examples
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The results also show that the stereotype used depends on the cultural background of the perceiver.
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So I have to take responsibility for that as the perceiver, as the one who is actually conscious.
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The possible conflict between the perceiver and the target person is the second variable.
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Meaning is successfully communicated if the perceiver acts as intended by the source of the stimulus.
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The present studies also indicated that social perceivers' judgments of personality dispositions based on appearance are not always accurate.
Academic text (1993) -
First impressions, for example, can help determine which aspects of situations will draw perceivers' attention (McArthur).
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For instance, adolescent girls have been found to be more accurate perceivers of marital conflict (Harold & Conger, 1997).
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As a skilled artist, she is a keen perceiver of subtle colors and textures in her surroundings.
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A good perceiver can notice details that others may overlook, such as the emotions in a person's expression.
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Training helps someone become a better perceiver by enhancing their ability to interpret sensory information.
Synonyms
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A person who watches and notices things, often to give expert opinion
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5.8
A person who looks at something
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A person who pays close attention to small details others miss
A person who notices things using their senses
How Observant
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Perceiver comes from Latin parts per- meaning 'through' and capere meaning 'to take', the same root as capture. So a perceiver is someone who 'takes in' and understands what they notice with their senses.