COMPREHENSION Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

comprehension

noun

ˌkäm-pri-ˈhen(t)-shən

Definition of comprehension

as in understanding

the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something the president's comprehension of the current situation in the Middle East

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Recent Examples of comprehension In the view of the writer Amitav Ghosh, one subject especially threatens to elude fiction’s comprehension. — Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026 My client was a juvenile charged in adult court who struggled with significant mental health issues and limited comprehension. — Schnelle Tonge, Sun Sentinel, 16 July 2026 And Mikhail Fiksel’s looping systems architecture and sound design, while beyond my technical comprehension, added to the unique magic of a score that is discovering itself in real time. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 The first two weeks include a pre-assessment of a student’s reading ability by giving them a passage and scoring their comprehension. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for comprehension

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Through that in-person interaction, team members can gain a better understanding of priorities, expectations and how decisions are made.

— Don Weber, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
The memorandum of understanding that Washington and Tehran signed on June 17 to open Hormuz expired on Monday without a final deal.

— Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of understanding

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Fragrances play a vital role in both everyday life and special occasions, reflecting the region’s appreciation for sensory beauty and its long-standing influence on the global fragrance industry.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
For the Ramona Branch, those opportunities are an important part of helping young people develop a lifelong appreciation for physical activity and healthy lifestyles, officials said.

— Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

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