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apperceptive

ap·per·cep·tion
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [ap-er-sep-shuh n]
    • /ˌæp ərˈsɛp ʃən/
    • /əpəsˈeptɪv/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ap-er-sep-shuh n]
    • /ˌæp ərˈsɛp ʃən/

Definitions of apperceptive word

  • noun apperceptive conscious perception. 1
  • noun apperceptive the act or process of apperceiving. 1
  • noun apperceptive Perceptive. 1
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Origin of apperceptive

First appearance:

before 1745
One of the 47% newest English words
1745-55; (< F) < New Latin (Leibnitz) apperceptiōn-, stem of apperceptiō. See ap-1, perception

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Parts of speech for Apperceptive

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Apperceptive

apperceptive popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for apperceptive

adj apperceptive

  • sensible — having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment: a sensible young woman.
  • watchful — vigilant or alert; closely observant: The sentry remained watchful throughout the night.
  • sure — free from doubt as to the reliability, character, action, etc., of something: to be sure of one's data.
  • mindful — attentive, aware, or careful (usually followed by of): mindful of one's responsibilities.
  • certain — If you are certain about something, you firmly believe it is true and have no doubt about it. If you are not certain about something, you do not have definite knowledge about it.
All 44 Synonyms of apperceptive

Antonyms for apperceptive

adj apperceptive

  • indiscreet — not discreet; lacking prudence, good judgment, or circumspection: an indiscreet remark.
  • inattentive — not attentive; negligent.
  • negligent — guilty of or characterized by neglect, as of duty: negligent officials.
  • uncertain — not definitely ascertainable or fixed, as in time of occurrence, number, dimensions, or quality.
  • unsure — not certain or confident: He arrived at the party unsure of his welcome.
All 24 Antonyms of apperceptive

Top questions with apperceptive

  • what is apperceptive agnosia?

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