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understood

[uhn-der-stood] / ˌʌn dərˈstʊd /
ADJECTIVE
assumed, implicit
Synonyms
STRONG
accepted appreciated implied inferred known pat presumed unsaid
WEAK
axiomatic down pat inferential on to roger tacit taken for granted undeclared unexpressed unspoken unstated wise to wordless
Antonyms
STRONG
expressed stated
WEAK
explained explicit spoken written

Example Sentences

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Lots of BDC investors used to think they understood what they owned.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

In France, as elsewhere, that shift is beginning to reshape how public opinion is measured, understood - and potentially influenced.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Scientists have long understood how sensory receptors are arranged in the eyes, ears, and skin, and how those patterns connect to the brain.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

But Andy said he understood why locals might be annoyed with the attention.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

I raised my eyebrows like I hadn’t understood him.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith