OpenSynonym

understand

The word “understand” has 3 syllables: un-der-stand

It's pronounced as /ˌʌn.dɚˈstænd/

What is synonym and antonym for understand?

In the thesaurus, “understand” has 66 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for understand along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for understand

Antonyms for understand

  • misapprehend
  • misconceive
  • misconstrue
  • misinterpret
  • misknow
  • misperceive
  • misread
  • miss
  • mistake
  • misunderstand

Meanings of understand

  • verb
    1. To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.
    2. To believe, to think one grasps sufficiently despite potentially incomplete knowledge.
    3. (obsolete outside circus, acrobatics) To stand underneath, to support.

Example Sentences

  • I really hope you understand why this decision was necessary.
  • It can be hard to understand someone when they speak too quickly.
  • She tried to understand his point of view before responding.
  • Do you understand the instructions, or should I explain again?
  • It took time to fully understand the complexity of the problem.

On this page you'll find 76 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to understand, such as: absorb, appreciate, apprehend, ascertain, assimilate, assume, behold.

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

Related Words

calculate

call

daresay

ken

take

Browse the Thesaurus