1. The locations, places, or standings that are understood or interpreted by someone based on observation, interpretation, or subjective assessment rather than objective fact
The perceived positions of the competitors in the market shifted after the announcement.
As posições percebidas dos concorrentes no mercado mudaram após o anúncio.
2. In psychology or sociology, the understood social, political, or professional standing of individuals or groups as interpreted by observers
The study examined the perceived positions of different ethnic groups in the corporate hierarchy.
O estudo examinou as posições percebidas de diferentes grupos étnicos na hierarquia corporativa.