to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something
Example Sentences
Do you understand the instructions?
I finally understand the problem.
Example Expressions
understand the situation
Synonyms
comprehend, grasp, realize, know, perceive
Entry 1
comprehend, grasp, realize, know
Entry 2
comprehend, grasp, perceive, realize
Antonyms
misunderstand, confuse
Entry 1
misunderstand, confuse
Entry 2
misunderstand, confuse
Collocations
understand clearly, understand completely, understand the problem, understand each other, understand fully, understand a concept, understand the issue, understand deeply
Entry 1
understand clearly, understand completely, understand the problem, understand each other, understand fully
Entry 2
understand a concept, understand the issue, understand deeply
