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Parceive

Definition:

Parceive (verb)

to become aware of or comprehend something through the senses or mind.

Sense 1:

Parceive (verb)

to notice or recognize something; to become aware of through observation or understanding.

Example Sentences:

1. She parceived a strange smell coming from the kitchen.

2. The detective parceived a hidden clue that led to the solution of the case.

Sense 2:

Parceive (verb)

to interpret or understand the meaning or significance of something.

Example Sentences:

1. It took him a while to parceive the intricacies of the ancient text.

2. The artist's intention was difficult to parceive from his abstract paintings.

Sense 3:

Parceive (verb)

to grasp or comprehend something mentally or intuitively.

Example Sentences:

1. With her musical background, she could easily parceive the harmony of the composition.

2. He could parceive the underlying message behind her words.

Sense 4:

Parceive (verb)

(local usage) to perceive or understand a situation based on personal experience or local knowledge.

Example Sentences:

1. As a native, he can parceive the subtle cultural cues that visitors often miss.

2. They were able to parceive the potential impact of the upcoming storm due to their familiarity with the area.

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