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 |
|---|---|
| sundry | including many things of different kinds : miscellaneous |
| willowy | abounding with willows |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| mundane | of, relating to, or characteristic of the world |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| prerogative | an exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as |
| protege | one who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| urge | to present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly |