GRE Word List

COMPREHEND

to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of

The meaning of the word comprehend is to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of.

Random words

WordMeaning
apostateone who commits apostasy
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
asunderinto parts
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)