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understand

[uhn-der-stand] / ˌʌn dərˈstænd /




Usage

What are other ways to say understand? To understand is to be fully aware not only of the meaning of something but also of its implications: I could comprehend all he said, but did not understand that he was joking. To know is to be aware of something as a fact or truth: He knows the basic facts of the subject. I know that he agrees with me. To comprehend is to know something thoroughly and to perceive its relationships to certain other ideas, facts, etc. 

Example Sentences

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The researchers say the findings represent a meaningful advance in understanding the genetic foundations of Alzheimer's risk in African Americans.

From Science Daily

"We need more research to understand in who and under what conditions energy compensation might occur," said Davy.

From Science Daily

“By understanding our values,” he writes, “we can craft intentions that feel like a natural extension of who we are.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Include game theorists who think four moves ahead, chemical engineers who understand how to apply reverse chokeholds on China, and operators who can execute at speed.

From The Wall Street Journal

The process to replace the Italian is under way, and it is understood Englishman Rosenior is the frontrunner, though sources have stressed other candidates are also under consideration.

From BBC