In the end, it was the Sunday afternoons he couldn't cope with, and that terrible listlessness that starts to set in about 2:55, when you know you've taken all the baths that you can usefully take that day, that however hard you stare at any given paragraph in the newspaper you will never actually read it, or use the revolutionary new pruning technique it describes, and that as you stare at the clock the hands will move relentlessly on to four o'clock, and you will enter the long dark teatime of the soul.
by James Sheldon December 28, 2005
Get the Sunday afternoon mug.Alterception is where we unconsciously perceive things and like/dislike them because of what they stand for and in turn affects our perception of things in many different ways.
For example, let’s say Mai liked Britney Spears. And Britney released a new song, in Mai’s eyes the song is perceived to be ‘awesome’ merely based on the fact that it’s sung by Britney Spears. Even if the song is actually quite terrible her Alterception would result in Mai liking the song regardless of its quality.
Another example of Alterception is the state of being in so called ‘love’. Michelle has a crush on Peter; in Michelle’s eyes Peter looks so cute in his uniform. Even though everyone in the same school as Peter wears the same uniform it appeals to Michelle more due to the fact that Peter is wearing it. Therefore supporting the claim of liking/disliking things based on its value (what it stands for) in Alterception. Michelle’s crush for Peter also results in her altered perception of his actions. Peter’s ‘quirks’ would become more evident to Michelle and her liking for them increases. “When Peter says goodnight it’s so sweet!’ unbeknownst to Michelle that Peter says goodnight the same way most people do.
Everyday examples can be seen such as advertisements. Companies tend to use well known models to advertise their products. These models are well perceived in people’s eyes and in turn draw a wider audience. Let’s say you see a Nike advertisement for a new pair of shoes which David Beckham is promoting. Because David Beckham is renowned for his skill, people would believe that wearing the same shoes as David Beckham would result in their skill actually improving.
Another example of Alterception is the state of being in so called ‘love’. Michelle has a crush on Peter; in Michelle’s eyes Peter looks so cute in his uniform. Even though everyone in the same school as Peter wears the same uniform it appeals to Michelle more due to the fact that Peter is wearing it. Therefore supporting the claim of liking/disliking things based on its value (what it stands for) in Alterception. Michelle’s crush for Peter also results in her altered perception of his actions. Peter’s ‘quirks’ would become more evident to Michelle and her liking for them increases. “When Peter says goodnight it’s so sweet!’ unbeknownst to Michelle that Peter says goodnight the same way most people do.
Everyday examples can be seen such as advertisements. Companies tend to use well known models to advertise their products. These models are well perceived in people’s eyes and in turn draw a wider audience. Let’s say you see a Nike advertisement for a new pair of shoes which David Beckham is promoting. Because David Beckham is renowned for his skill, people would believe that wearing the same shoes as David Beckham would result in their skill actually improving.
by alterception March 25, 2009
Get the alterception mug.Related Words
aftershock
• after burners
• afternoon
• Afternoon delight
• Afterglow
• after party
• Aftermath
• Afterlife
• After
• Afterburn
As if spending your entire working day with your co-workers wasn't bad enough, you spend time with co-workers after work drinking alcohol.
Common activities includes but are not limited to; drinking, talking about work, talking about co-workers who are not there and generally not talking about anything that is not related to working.
Common activities includes but are not limited to; drinking, talking about work, talking about co-workers who are not there and generally not talking about anything that is not related to working.
Hey! We have spent the entire working week together, let's get together on our free time for an afterwork!
by pseduo90210 April 12, 2014
Get the afterwork mug.by The Man with No Name November 7, 2017
Get the Aftermath Sex mug.my favorite tiktok mutual. she’s really funny and has a bit of a obsession w Taylor Swift. yeah. very sexy. and hot. did i mention sexy and hot? yeah
by grrrrrrpow June 20, 2021
Get the aftrqlow mug.75% (Ex)Creed, 25% Myles Kennedy, 100% awesome.
Very underrated and talented band. Great singer, great guitarist, great drums and bass. Go to a live show, you WILL NOT regret it!
Too bad Scott Stapp had to climb out of his hole and organize a damn Creed reunion tour- just when Alter Bridge was taking off. No worries though- once Creed (aka the Scott Stapp show) fails, A.B will pick up where they left!
Long live Alter Bridge! \m/
Very underrated and talented band. Great singer, great guitarist, great drums and bass. Go to a live show, you WILL NOT regret it!
Too bad Scott Stapp had to climb out of his hole and organize a damn Creed reunion tour- just when Alter Bridge was taking off. No worries though- once Creed (aka the Scott Stapp show) fails, A.B will pick up where they left!
Long live Alter Bridge! \m/
Joe: What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object?
Jack: Dunno? What?
Joe: Alter Bridge happens, that's what!
Jack: Dunno? What?
Joe: Alter Bridge happens, that's what!
by FunSlinger February 19, 2010
Get the Alter Bridge mug.Compound word - party with a few intimate associates taking place after the main party, usually in a different location but peripherally related to the main party.
'Sup, Chavez, u know where da afterparty be. Yeah, when Monique be done DJing, she have it in her loft.
by Safran May 7, 2003
Get the afterparty mug.