perceptual
adj. C1 Advanced US //pɝˈsɛptʃəwəɫ// UK //pəsˈɛptʃuːəl// per·cep·tu·al
adj. relating to how you use your senses to understand the world around you. It describes the way your brain processes information from things you see, hear, or touch.
adj. relating to the process of perceiving or the faculty of perception. Often describes the psychological or neurological mechanisms by which sensory input is interpreted.
The new lighting creates a different perceptual experience for the audience.
The artist uses color and perspective to create a perceptual illusion that makes the flat wall look three-dimensional.
Cognitive scientists study perceptual development to understand how infants transition from a world of blurry shapes to one where they can recognize distinct objects and faces.