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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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If confirmed, these results could significantly change how scientists understand the massive object shaping the heart of the Milky Way.

From Science Daily

Scientists still need to understand the exact physics and sequence of events that allow such powerful waves to form and transfer energy so efficiently.

From Science Daily

The researchers aimed to understand how these pandemics traveled geographically in order to improve planning for future outbreaks.

From Science Daily

“Don’t you know that? And here you are, and it’s a beautiful day. I just don’t understand it.”

From Salon

Now, Louis has moved on — proof of Goldstein’s understanding that the best bits end before the audience tires of them.

From Salon