be read

VERB

know

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appreciate experience have learn notice perceive realize recognize see

STRONG

apperceive apprehend cognize comprehend differentiate discern discriminate distinguish fathom grasp ken prize undergo

WEAK

be acquainted be cognizant be conversant in be informed be learned be master of be schooled be versed feel certain get the idea have down pat have information have knowledge of keep up on on top of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore miss misunderstand neglect overlook

STRONG

confuse mix up not get

WEAK

be ignorant forget misinterpret

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be read

Dudamel’s “Resurrection” might also be read as a message from L.A. to Salzburg.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026

Befitting its role as the ur-text of Western letters, “The Odyssey” can be read as a sort of ancient World Cup.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026

This should not be read as a mechanical description of every individual encounter.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 7, 2026

Tuchel started with Rogers against New Zealand, although nothing could be read into that as Bellingham came on for the second half and took on the captaincy.

From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2026

It was one thing to talk to national and local media, but this diary might be read by people outside Pakistan.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai

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