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understand

[uhn-der-stand] / ˌʌn dərˈstænd /




Usage

What are other ways to say understand? To understand is to be fully aware not only of the meaning of something but also of its implications: I could comprehend all he said, but did not understand that he was joking. To know is to be aware of something as a fact or truth: He knows the basic facts of the subject. I know that he agrees with me. To comprehend is to know something thoroughly and to perceive its relationships to certain other ideas, facts, etc. 

Example Sentences

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To better understand how morphine works, researchers studied brain cells involved in tracking pain signals.

From Science Daily

The team also lays out a detailed plan for future research to better understand how diet and mental well-being are connected.

From Science Daily

It’s been the case, going back to the ancients, that monarchs and despots use this method to ensure their subjects understand they hold complete power and control the money supply.

From Salon

As some owners even take their dogs to the office, Vanessa said she understands if you don't like dogs, or are scared of them, "it would become difficult".

From BBC

"I arrived at a time when I practically had no time to work with the players, to understand where they felt comfortable, and to see how they mixed with each other."

From BBC