Another word for understand

Accept, be cognizant of, and appreciate are another word for understand. Misunderstand and confuse are the opposites of understand. On this page, find 16 synonyms for understand, parts of speech, and examples of understand sentences.

Understand synonyms

"Understand" means to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something. It involves comprehending concepts, recognizing relationships, and integrating information to form a clear and coherent mental representation or insight.

  • Accept
  • Acknowledge
  • Appreciate
  • Be aware of
  • Be cognizant of
  • Be conscious of
  • Commiserate with
  • Empathize with
  • Feel compassionate towards
  • Know
  • Realize
  • Recognize
  • Sympathize with
  • Take on board
  • Be wise to

Understand sentences

  • "I understand the concept clearly now."
  • "She doesn’t fully understand the instructions."
  • "They struggle to understand complex theories."
  • "We need to understand each perspective."
  • "He doesn’t understand why this happened."
  • "Understanding the problem is crucial for success."
  • "Do you understand what I mean?"

Understand parts of speech

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