comprehend

2 definitions • 5 examples

to understand something completely:

I fail to comprehend their attitude.

He doesn't seem to comprehend the scale of the problem

[ + question word ] I'll never comprehend why she did what she did.

[ + that ] I don't think he fully comprehends that she won't be here to help him.

to understand something completely:

If you don’t comprehend something, don’t be afraid to seem dumb, just speak out.