Need another word for Fail To Grasp? Use these synonyms of Fail To Grasp from our thesaurus to say it differently.
Synonyms & Similar Words
miss the point
lose sight of
overlook
misunderstand
misinterpret
be oblivious to
be unaware of
not catch on
not comprehend
fail to understand
fail to see
fail to recognize
be confused by
be perplexed by
be baffled by
not grasp
not apprehend
not perceive
not discern
not notice
not realize
not acknowledge
not appreciate
not fathom
not know
not recognize
not take in
Meaning of Fail To Grasp
According to Oxford Dictionary, "fail to grasp" means to be unable to understand or comprehend something.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines it as to be unable to seize or take hold of something, either physically or mentally.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that it means to be unable to understand or interpret something, often due to lack of information or clarity.
Example Uses
- The student failed to grasp the concept of quantum physics, despite the teacher's detailed explanations.
- Many people fail to grasp the importance of recycling and its impact on the environment.
- The manager failed to grasp the severity of the situation, which led to further complications.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
comprehend
understand
grasp
perceive
discern
recognize
acknowledge
appreciate
fathom
know
realize
notice
see
take in
apprehend
seize
capture
cling to
hold on to
get it
catch on