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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vulgar | lacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse |
| benison | blessing |
| satyr | a sylvan deity in Greek mythology having certain characteristics of a horse or goat and fond of Dionysian revelry |
| discombobulated | characterized by confusion or disorder |
| fervent | very hot : glowing |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| whim | a capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy |