Meaning & use
comprehend
To understand something fully, including its meaning, nature, or implications.
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It took several readings before I could comprehend the dense legal document.
Young children often struggle to comprehend the concept of time passing.
A note on using this word
Comprehend is more formal than "understand" and often implies grasping something complex or difficult.
Words with a similar meaning
understandgrasp
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