Meaning & Definition of word "Understood"
Understood
/ˌʌndərˈstʊd/
verb:
- 1. past tense of 'understand'; to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something.
- Example: After the explanation, she finally understood the complex theory.
- 2. to be aware of or have knowledge about something.
- Example: He understood the importance of time management in his studies.
- 3. to successfully perceive what someone means or intends.
- Example: 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 of understood
Meaning: Got it.
● Example Sentence: When she explained the rules, I just said 'Got it!'
Meaning: I hear you.
● Example Sentence: He shared his concerns, and I just replied, 'I hear you.'