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
These books feature repetitive text and rely heavily on picture clues to aid comprehension, rather than utilizing phonics.
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Kelly Stuart, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
The purpose of understanding the aura is to have a better comprehension of how to navigate matters and to evolve into greatness by comprehending the colors and corresponding chakras.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Each one felt pivotal to my comprehension of the way humans affect our environment.
—Heather Hansman, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2025
Sweden’s National Agency for Education reported that students using textbooks, paper, pens and pencils in school showed better comprehension than those using digital texts and their schools reverted this year to their former learning method.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Stuart, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
The purpose of understanding the aura is to have a better comprehension of how to navigate matters and to evolve into greatness by comprehending the colors and corresponding chakras.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Each one felt pivotal to my comprehension of the way humans affect our environment.
—Heather Hansman, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2025
Sweden’s National Agency for Education reported that students using textbooks, paper, pens and pencils in school showed better comprehension than those using digital texts and their schools reverted this year to their former learning method.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehension
Noun
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Here's a better understanding of what Pope Leo XIV wore on Thursday.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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To that end, a better understanding of where the American consumer is headed may lie in the automotive aftermarket.—
Faisal Kutty,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Serving as missionaries in the South American country gave them both a special appreciation for their faith, according to Turley.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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These strategic investments can lead to higher rental rates and property appreciation, directly benefiting the investor's bottom line. • Risk Management: Identifying, assessing and mitigating risks associated with the property and market fluctuations is a critical function.—
Jesse Sasomsup,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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“Comprehension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehension. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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