Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

apperception

Noun

/ˌæpərˈsɛpʃən/

Definition

The process of understanding something by incorporating new information into an existing frame of reference.

Examples

Apperception allows us to interpret new information based on our past experiences.
In psychology, apperception refers to how one becomes aware of their perceptions by integrating them with previous knowledge.

Meaning

Apperception involves the cognitive act of perceiving something while being aware of the previous knowledge and experiences that influence that perception.