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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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City are getting better and better as the season goes on, and I can understand why Pep Guardiola feels there is even more to come from his side.

From BBC

Diet and medications are known to strongly influence these microbial communities, but understanding how genetics contributes has been far more challenging.

From Science Daily

It may also help scientists better understand how familiar classical behavior emerges from the underlying quantum world.

From Science Daily

“The children understand—they know exactly who is responsible,” Karin said, beginning to cry.

From The Wall Street Journal

So it's easy to understand why the most wonderful time of the year can quickly turn into a living nightmare for those with the condition.

From BBC