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    Understood

    /ˌʌndərˈstʊd/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    past tense of 'understand'; to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something.
    After the explanation, she finally understood the complex theory.
    to be aware of or have knowledge about something.
    He understood the importance of time management in his studies.
    to successfully perceive what someone means or intends.
    I understood what she was trying to say without her having to explain.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old English 'understandan', from 'under' + 'standan' (to stand).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    I understand:
    I comprehend what you are saying.
    She understood the assignment:
    She grasped what was required to complete the task.
    It goes without saying that...:
    It is understood without needing to be stated.

    Related Words

    understandable
    Able to be comprehended.
    understanding
    The ability to comprehend something; sympathy or tolerance.
    misunderstood
    To have failed to understand something correctly.

    Slang Meanings

    Got it.
    When she explained the rules, I just said 'Got it!'
    I hear you.
    He shared his concerns, and I just replied, 'I hear you.'