comprehend

/kˌɑmpɹihˈɛnd/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

verb

1. get the meaning of something
   “Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?”
2. to become aware of through the senses
   “I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon”
3. include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
   “This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds”

Synonyms for comprehend

• grok
• get the picture
• savvy
• dig
• grasp
• compass
• apprehend
• perceive
• embrace
• encompass
• cover

Words that rhyme with comprehend

• end
• extend
• bend
• ascend
• pretend
• send
• defend
• blend
• contend
• suspend
• unbend
• attend
• commend
• friend
• trend
• condescend
• descend
• intend
• mend
• offend
• amend
• append
• apprehend
• distend
• dividend
• lend
• recommend
• spend
• tend
• depend