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

  • (..) - and was dead." - And behold of the life for ever more. I warned you, Holmes to accept that this was beyond your control. beyond what your rational mind could comprehend What if this, is the after life that you're having. I want you to bear witness. Tomorrow, at midday, the (..)
    2009 Sherlock Holmes