comprehend

Definition

  • verb: to understand (something, such as a difficult or complex subject)
  • verb: to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
  • often used in negative statements
  • synonyms: grasp, imagine, understand

Examples

  • He is able to fully 'comprehend' [=understand completely] what is happening and react appropriately.

  • I find his attitude impossible/difficult to 'comprehend'.

  • They are unable to 'comprehend' what had happened.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'm not missing that Train. Bing Bong knows what he is doing. He's part dolphin, they're very smart. Well, I guess. Okay. What abstract concept are we trying to comprehend today. - Loneliness. - Hm. I think there is something in there. I'm going to turn it on for a minute (..)
    2015 Inside Out