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understand

verb
/ˌʌndərˈstænd/

Meaning

to know the meaning of something; to comprehend
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

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