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What is another word for Understand? – 228 Understand Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    Meaning of Understand

    According to Merriam-Webster, "to grasp the meaning of" or "to have a vague or general idea about something"

    Definitions

    • As defined by Oxford Dictionary, "to know and be able to explain or interpret" or "to have a mental grasp of something"
    • The Cambridge Dictionary defines it as "to know the meaning of something, or to be able to explain or interpret it"

    Example Uses

    • I finally understand the solution to the complex math problem after hours of studying.
    • She doesn't understand why her favorite store closed down.
    • He understands the importance of saving money for retirement.
    • The teacher helped the students understand the concept of climate change.
    • The company aims to understand its customers' needs and preferences.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    misunderstand misinterpret misapprehend misconstrue misread overlook disregard ignore neglect dismiss reject refuse deny disallow disapprove disagree dissent object oppose protest repudiate spurn scorn disdain despise detest abhor loathe dislike hate fail miss lose neglect omit forget overlook disregard ignore be unaware of be ignorant of be uninformed about be unenlightened about