Meaning & Definition of word "Understand"

Understand

/ˌʌndərˈstænd/

1. To grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something.
- Example: I don't understand the instructions for the project.
2. To perceive and interpret the intended meaning of spoken or written language.
- Example: She was able to understand the complex theory after the professor explained it.
3. To be empathetic or sympathetic to someone's feelings or situation.
- Example: I can understand why you are upset about the decision.
4. To comprehend an idea or concept.
- Example: It took a while, but I finally understand how to solve the math problem.
5. To deduce or infer from information available.
- Example: From his silence, I understand that he is not interested in the proposal.

Old English 'understandan' meaning 'to stand in the midst of.'

I understand:

A phrase used to express comprehension of a situation

I see what you mean:

To indicate that you grasp what someone else is saying

Understood:

A confirmation that something has been comprehended

comprehension:

The ability to understand something.

insight:

The capacity to gain an accurate understanding of someone or something.

awareness:

Knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

Meaning: Get it

Example Sentence: When she explained the joke, I finally got it.

Meaning: Catch on

Example Sentence: It took him a while, but he caught on to the plan.