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as perceived to
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "as perceived to" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used to indicate how something is viewed or understood by someone, but the correct form would be "as perceived by." Example: "The results of the study were significant, as perceived by the participants involved."
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Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
Perhaps because of this concern about drivers and the problems with intersection crossing signals, students generally found it acceptable, and sometimes safer (as perceived), to jaywalk.
Science
Chiropractors similarly avoid arthritis in favour of wear and tear or degeneration as perceived to be less alarming.
In the context of Vietnam's concentrated epidemic, stigma is attached both to HIV status and to risky behaviours which are stigmatized in and of themselves as well as perceived to increase HIV risk injecting drug use, sex work and homosexual activity.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
55 human-written examples
It was not as good as it was perceived to be last year, and it's not as bad as it's perceived to be now.
News & Media
I don't think this is as true as it's perceived to be.
News & Media
Banks are not as slow as they are perceived to be.
News & Media
Americans don't begrudge people a telephone-number income as long as they are perceived to have earned it.
News & Media
Similarly, as individual targets were perceived to be warmer, they were more likely to be perceived as Democrats.
Science
The uptake of the pandemic A (H1N1) influenza vaccine may be determined by several potential factors such as perceived susceptibility to influenza and sensitivity to vaccination cost.
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The uptake of the vaccine may be determined by several potential factors such as perceived susceptibility to influenza and sensitivity to vaccination cost in general population.
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Rates of hospitalisation rejection as well as perceived inability to pay were still high.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct form "as perceived by" to ensure grammatical accuracy. Using "as perceived to" is considered incorrect in standard English.
Common error
Don't use the preposition "to" after "perceived" when indicating the perceiver. The correct preposition is "by".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "as perceived to" functions as a prepositional phrase, though it is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI analysis shows it aims to modify a noun or clause by indicating a subjective viewpoint. The correct form is "as perceived by."
Frequent in
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News & Media
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Formal & Business
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "as perceived to" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. Ludwig AI advises that the correct form is "as perceived by". While the phrase attempts to convey a subjective viewpoint, its incorrect usage detracts from clarity and credibility. Correct alternatives include "as understood by" or "as viewed by". Using the proper preposition "by" ensures grammatical accuracy and avoids potential misinterpretations. Though it appears in some news and scientific sources, its infrequent and incorrect usage suggests careful attention should be paid to selecting more appropriate phrasing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
as perceived by
This is the grammatically correct and most common way to express the idea of something being viewed or understood by someone.
as understood by
Replaces "perceived" with "understood", focusing on comprehension rather than initial impression.
as viewed by
Substitutes "perceived" with "viewed", highlighting the act of observation or assessment.
as seen by
Emphasizes the visual aspect of perception; how something appears to someone.
in the eyes of
This idiom indicates a subjective viewpoint or opinion about something.
from the perspective of
Highlights a specific viewpoint or angle from which something is considered.
according to someone's view
A more verbose option that specifies that something is based on someone's opinion.
in someone's estimation
Suggests that the perception is based on careful judgment and evaluation.
based on someone's understanding
Focuses on the comprehension and interpretation of information.
as interpreted by
Highlights the act of assigning meaning or significance to something.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say "as perceived to"?
The correct way to express this idea is "as perceived by". The preposition "by" is used to indicate who is doing the perceiving.
What can I say instead of "as perceived to"?
Instead of "as perceived to", use alternatives like "as understood by", "as viewed by", or "in the eyes of" depending on the context.
Which is correct, "as perceived to" or "as perceived by"?
"As perceived by" is the grammatically correct option. "As perceived to" is not standard English.
What's the difference between "as perceived to" and "as perceived by"?
"As perceived to" is grammatically incorrect and should not be used. "As perceived by" is the correct phrase to indicate how something is viewed or understood by someone.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
82%
Authority and reliability
2.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested