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understanding

[uhn-der-stan-ding] / ˌʌn dərˈstæn dɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
accepting, tolerant
Synonyms
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compassionate considerate empathetic forgiving generous kindly perceptive sympathetic
STRONG
discerning forbearing kind patient sensitive
WEAK
responsive
Antonyms
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disagreeable inconsiderate mean merciless selfish unfeeling unsympathetic
STRONG
impatient intolerant
WEAK
unaccepting
NOUN
comprehension, appreciation
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awareness grasp insight intelligence judgment knowledge perception realization recognition sense
STRONG
acumen apperception apprehension assimilation decipherment discernment discrimination grip intellect intuition ken knowing mastery penetration perceptiveness perceptivity perspicacity prehension reason savvy sharpness wit
WEAK
percipience uptake
Antonyms
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ignorance stupidity
STRONG
misunderstanding
WEAK
disagreement disbelief misinterpretation mistake
NOUN
belief
Synonyms
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conclusion idea impression interpretation judgment knowledge meaning opinion perception sense sympathy view
STRONG
acceptation conception estimation import inkling message notion purport significance signification viewpoint
WEAK
intendment significancy
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorance
STRONG
insignificance
WEAK
disagreement disbelief misinterpretation mistake misunderstanding
NOUN
informal agreement
Synonyms
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accord harmony pact
STRONG
concord deal handshake
WEAK
common view meeting of minds
Antonyms
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disagreement
WEAK
disbelief misinterpretation mistake misunderstanding

Example Sentences

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By gaining a deeper understanding of how tumors escape immune attack, researchers hope to open new paths for diagnosing and treating breast cancer.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

But that balance depends on a shared understanding of reality.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

There was also what Dr Sanam Vakil of Chatham House describes as a "limited psychological understanding of the adversary and what compromises are needed for a real deal".

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

“We leave here with a very simple proposal: a method of understanding that is our final and best offer. We’ll see if the Iranians accept it,” said Vance.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 12, 2026

I look up at Emma, expecting to see understanding or compassion.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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