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/pərˈsɛpʃən ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/
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/pəˈsɛpʃən ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/
questioning understanding
Etymology
'perception-challenging' is a compound word formed from 'perception' and 'challenging'. 'Perception' originates from Latin 'perceptio', meaning 'a taking in', and 'challenging' comes from Old French 'chalenge', meaning 'accusation'.
'Perception' evolved from the Latin 'perceptio' through Old French 'percepcion', while 'challenging' evolved from Old French 'chalenge' to Middle English 'chalenge'.
Initially, 'perception' meant 'a taking in', and 'challenging' meant 'accusation'. Over time, 'challenging' evolved to mean 'difficult or demanding'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing one to question or reconsider their understanding or interpretation of something.
The artist's work is perception-challenging, making viewers rethink their views on reality.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45