Synonyms of comprehension

comprehension

noun

ˌkäm-pri-ˈhen(t)-shən 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• understanding
• appreciation
• perception
• grasp
• awareness
• grip
• apprehension
• percipience
• absorption
• digestion
• uptake
• conception
• assimilation
• consciousness
• hold
• realization
• visualization
• enlightenment

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• incomprehension
• misunderstanding
• misinterpretation
• misapprehension
• misperception
• noncomprehension
• miscomprehension

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of comprehension

Reading also entails background knowledge, comprehension and vocabulary. —Chicago Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025

Perishable publications Many, if not most, published research papers have titles that defy comprehension. —Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025

The researchers found that, surprisingly, tapping – either on its own or along to a beat – delivered better speech comprehension, while just listening to a beat without a physical response was not as impactful. —New Atlas, 9 Apr. 2025

This boldness is informed by a profound comprehension of capabilities and a steadfast commitment to pushing boundaries. —Lori Huss, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025