can be understood

The phrase “can be understood” has 5 syllables: can be un-der-stood

It's pronounced as /kæn bi ˌʌndərˈstʊd/


What is synonym and antonym for can be understood?

In the thesaurus, “can be understood” has 6 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for can be understood along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for can be understood

  • can be comprehended
  • can be grasped
  • can be interpreted
  • can be made sense of
  • can be perceived
  • is intelligible

Antonyms for can be understood

  • cannot be comprehended
  • cannot be grasped
  • cannot be understood
  • is confusing
  • is incomprehensible
  • is unintelligible

Example Sentences

  • His frustration can be understood given the difficult circumstances.
  • The instructions can be understood by anyone with basic knowledge of the software.
  • Her reaction can be understood considering the shocking news.
  • The poem can be understood in multiple ways depending on the reader’s perspective.
  • The teacher explained the concept clearly so it can be understood by all students.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to can be understood, such as: can be comprehended, can be grasped, can be interpreted, can be made sense of, can be perceived, cannot be comprehended, cannot be grasped.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

can be interpreted

  • can be construed
  • can be explained
  • can be read as
  • can be seen as
  • can be understood
  • is open to interpretation

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