English · Culture & Society
comprehend
/ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛnd/
[/ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛnd/]
to fully understand
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Definition
To comprehend is to understand something completely. Students must comprehend a text before they can answer questions on it.
Example
It took time to comprehend the difficult passage.
It took time to comprehend the difficult passage.
Etymology
From Latin 'comprehendere' meaning to grasp.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for full understanding of texts and ideas.