Answer: perceiving

AnswerCrossword Clue
perceivingPERCEIVE, to become aware of through the senses
perceivingInterpret or look on (someone or something) in a particular way; regard as
perceivingBecome aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand
perceivingBecome aware of (something) by the use of one of the senses, esp. that of sight