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   Un·der·stand

   /ˌəndərˈstand/

   

   verb

   • 1. perceive the intended meaning of (words, a language, or a speaker): "he didn't understand a word I said"
   • ▪ perceive the significance, explanation, or cause of (something): "she didn't really understand the situation" Similar comprehendapprehendgraspseetake inperceivediscernmake outpuzzle outrecognizekeep up withmasterget to knowfollowfathomget to the bottom ofpenetratedivineinterpretunraveldeciphersee the light aboutenvisageinformal:get the hang ofget the drift ofcatch ontolatch ontotumble tocrackmake head or tail offigure outdiggetget one's head aroundwrap one's mind aroundsee daylightget the pictureget the messagetwigsuss outsusssavvyrare:cognizeOpposite misunderstandmisinterpret
   • 2. interpret or view (something) in a particular way: "as the term is usually understood, legislation refers to regulations and directives"
   • ▪ infer something from information received (often used as a polite formula in conversation): "I understand you're at art school"
   • ▪ regard (a missing word, phrase, or idea) as present; supply mentally: "“present company excepted” is always understood when sweeping generalizations are being made"
   • ▪ assume to be the case; take for granted: "he liked to play the field—that was understood" Similar believebe led to believebe given to understandthinkconcludecome to the conclusiondeduceinferdraw the inferenceassumesurmisefancygathertake ithearhear tellbe informednoticeseelearndiscover
   • 3. be sympathetically or knowledgeably aware of the character or nature of: "Picasso understood color" Similar appreciaterecognizerealizeacknowledgeknowbe aware ofbe conscious ofbe cognizant ofacceptcommiserate withfeel compassionate towardsympathize withempathize withinformal:take on boardbe wise toOpposite ignore

   Word Origin Old Englishunderstandan (see under-, stand).

   Derivatives

   • 1. understander noun

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   The meaning of UNDERSTAND is to grasp the meaning of. How to use understand in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Understand.

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   UNDERSTAND definition: 1. to know the meaning of something that someone says: 2. to know why or how something happens or…. Learn more.

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   To understand something is to be thoroughly familiar with it, or to apprehend clearly its character, nature, or subtleties. How is understand different from know and comprehend? Find out on Thesaurus.com.

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   The meaning of UNDERSTANDING is a mental grasp : comprehension. How to use understanding in a sentence.

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   Definitions of understand. verb. know and comprehend the nature or meaning of. “She did not understand her husband”. “I understand what she means”. see more. verb. perceive (an idea or situation) mentally. “I don't understand the idea”.

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   Understanding definition: mental process of a person who comprehends; comprehension; personal interpretation. See examples of UNDERSTANDING used in a sentence.

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   Definition of understand verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   UNDERSTANDING definition: 1. knowledge about a subject, situation, etc. or about how something works: 2. a positive…. Learn more.

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    to know and comprehend the nature or meaning of. I understand you. I understand what you mean. 2. (may take a clause as object) to realize or grasp (something) he understands your position. 3. (tr; may take a clause as object) to assume, infer, or believe. I understand you are thinking of marrying.

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    The sum of your knowledge of a certain topic, is your understanding of it. This can change, or deepen as you learn more. But being an understanding person doesn't take a lot of studying — it takes opening your heart to appreciate what someone else feels or experiences.