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
  • (..) -My mother. -Rude. She's probably not gonna believe you. lt's too much for the adult mind to comprehend. ls this pee? Because if it is, that's really gross. -lt's-- -DJ? You pee in bottles? (..)
    2006 Monster House
  • (..) act yet. But when this is done... when it's finished... it's going to be... People will barely be able to comprehend. But they won't be able to deny. Could the freak be more vague? As far as master plans go... I really can't wait for you to see. It's going to be something. (..)
    1995 Se7en