CEFR B2

comprehending

verb

Meaning

To understand something fully, especially something complex or difficult.

Examples

I'm not sure I fully comprehend the implications of this decision.
She struggled to comprehend the news of her friend's sudden departure.

Synonyms: understand, grasp, perceive, fathom

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comprehending (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒm.prɪˈhend/

Definition

To understand something fully, especially something complex or difficult.

Examples

I'm not sure I fully comprehend the implications of this decision.
She struggled to comprehend the news of her friend's sudden departure.
Can you comprehend why he would act in such a way?

How to Use comprehending

comprehend something (collocation): To understand a specific thing. — "She could not comprehend his motives."
comprehend that... (collocation): To understand a fact or situation. — "He didn't comprehend that he was in danger."

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