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What is another word for Understand? – 228 Understand Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    comprehend grasp apprehend perceive realize discern recognize know fathom decipher interpret read learn absorb digest assimilate internalize familiarize acquaint appreciate savvy see get grok mind heed note notice acknowledge accept approve endorse sanction concur agree assent accede acquiesce tolerate permit allow suffer bear abide endure brook stand stomach recognize identify differentiate distinguish detect discover find ascertain determine decide make out figure out work out unravel unraveling solve resolve clarify elucidate expound explain explicate describe detail illustrate exemplify

    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

    Related Nouns

    comprehension understanding knowledge awareness perception realization recognition discernment insight intuition instinct intelligence wisdom acumen astuteness sharpness cleverness sagacity prudence discretion judgment sense common sense good sense horse sense business acumen emotional intelligence social intelligence cognitive ability mental capacity intellectual capacity

    Related Verbs

    comprehend grasp perceive realize recognize discern learn absorb digest assimilate internalize familiarize acquaint appreciate interpret read decipher expound explain explicate describe detail illustrate exemplify clarify elucidate solve resolve unravel figure out work out make out find discover detect determine decide

    Related Adjectives

    understandable comprehensible intelligible clear lucid transparent obvious evident apparent palpable tangible perceptible recognizable discernible distinguishable identifiable familiar known aware informed enlightened knowledgeable wise astute sharp clever sagacious prudent discreet judicious sensible rational logical coherent consistent methodical systematic analytical critical perceptive insightful intuitive instinctive