understanding
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- n the cognitive condition of someone who understands
he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect - n the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises
there was an understanding between management and the workers - n an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
I knew I could count on his understanding - n the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination
- v know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
- v perceive (an idea or situation) mentally
- v make sense of a language
- v believe to be the case
- v be understanding of
- s characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy
an understanding friend
- Mainstream America has shown little understanding lately of the patriotism that a lot of black people practice.
- He probably has trouble understanding just how those views were absolutely contrary to what the bill actually said.
- Secretary of State George Marshall wanted a final understanding with the world and the Soviet Union.