PREHENSION Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

prehension

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Definition of prehension

as in comprehension

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Recent Examples of prehension Prehension was seen as a key development for the USC/Belgrade Hand. — Jose Fermoso, WIRED, 26 Sep. 2008 Of these, the grasping, which will progressively disappear as voluntary prehension emerges around the age of 4–5 months, is of great interest. — Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 7 Oct. 2011

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Noun

The first two weeks include a pre-assessment of a student’s reading ability by giving them a passage and scoring their comprehension.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
Netflix is releasing a new game show, one that combines the popularity of Squid Game, the timeless charms of the live-action Wonka experience, and the unwanted ubiquity of technofascist horrors beyond our comprehension.

— Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 30 June 2026

Definition of comprehension

Noun

At the time of Sealand’s conception, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) controlled the airwaves in the United Kingdom, playing popular music only late in the night.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026
Legal preparation is so important before conception, birth, or placement.

— Morgan Mouchette, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of conception

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Isaienko and his friends wanted to challenge the perception that climbing was reserved for elite athletes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
The strategy also addresses long-term customer recognition, countering the perception that new clients get better deals, similar to Marriott Bonvoy's tenure acknowledgment.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of perception

Noun

All entries will be evaluated based on creativity, distinctive color or music identity, and an understanding of global music trends.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Taking a trip out of town, perhaps to another city, state or country, will give you new philosophical meaning and understanding, Scorpio.

— Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026

Definition of understanding

Noun

Pavel Mintyukov signs contract extension with Ducks Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov has agreed to five-year contract extension worth $36 million with the Ducks, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told the Associated Press.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Known for his deep technical knowledge and signature milk punches, Gibson has brought that ingenuity to Lucky Star through his reserved cocktails, such as the cookies and cream made with rum, clarified milk tea and creme de cacao.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of knowledge

Noun

In comparison, the Sparks, without an offensive rebound until the end of the third quarter, were forced to make perfect shots, though that was far from the team’s grasp.

— Liana Handler, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
For much of the last six years, control has escaped the former top prospect’s grasp.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Definition of grasp

Noun

Fan apprehensions proved to be grounded when Belgium scored a third goal about 12 minutes into the second half.

— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
For the first time in living memory, the arrival of a new technology has inspired apprehension, rather than unrestrained enthusiasm.

— Andy Browne, semafor.com, 7 July 2026

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