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Synonyms & Similar Words
understand
grasp
perceive
apprehend
realize
recognize
discern
interpret
fathom
decipher
decode
translate
elucidate
expound
explain
describe
outline
summarize
digest
absorb
assimilate
integrate
perceive
know
learn
appreciate
comprehend
discern
differentiate
distinguish
make out
see
notice
observe
discover
find out
figure out
unravel
untangle
solve
resolve
clarify
illuminate
enlighten
Meaning of Comprehend
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "comprehend" means to grasp the meaning or nature of something, to understand or perceive something.
Definitions
- * Merriam-Webster defines "comprehend" as to grasp the nature, significance, or importance of something, to understand or have insight into something.
Example Uses
- I finally comprehended the complex mathematical concept after hours of studying.
- * She struggled to comprehend the nuances of the foreign language.
- * The professor's explanation helped the students comprehend the historical event.
- * The researcher spent years trying to comprehend the behavior of the rare species.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
misunderstand
misinterpret
misperceive
overlook
neglect
ignore
disregard
dismiss
reject
refuse
fail to see
fail to understand
be unaware of
be ignorant of
be oblivious to
be confused
be perplexed
be baffled
be puzzled
be mystified
be unclear
be unsure
be uncertain
be doubtful