understood

Meanings

• adjective

  having gained a clear perception of the nature of something; having come to an intuitive understanding of.

• verb

  to perceive (an idea, situation, or meaning) fully and comprehensively.

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Pronunciation

1. /ʌndəɹˈstʊd/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

misunderstand

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Synonyms

believe , apprehend , comprehend , grasp , grok , know , perceive , pick up what someone is putting down , realise

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with understood
mumbled , tumbled , rumbled , grumbled

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Homophones

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1. understood (English) : having gained a clear perception of the nature of something; having come to an intuitive understanding of
   

2. understood (English) : below the surface; beneath
   

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Variants

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understood , understand , understandabilities , understandability , understandable , understanding , understands

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Forms

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understoods, understoods'self, understands oneself

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Etymology

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Old English understodan: under (beneath) + stodan (to stand)

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Trivia

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1. The word 'understood' appears approximately 1,300 times in the Bible.

2. The term 'understood' was first used in English around the 13th century.

3. The phrase 'under the table' comes from the practice of making deals or agreements secretly, out of sight.

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Related Concepts

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1. comprehension: the ability to understand something, especially an idea, concept, or instruction.

2. intuition: the ability to understand or know something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning.

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Culture

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In literature, 'understood' is often used to convey a sense of agreement or mutual comprehension between characters. For instance, in Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice', Elizabeth Bennet comes to understand Mr. Darcy's true character and feelings, leading to their eventual marriage.

How to Memorize "understood"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a lightbulb turning on above your head when you've 'understood' something.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'understood' with the feeling of clarity and comprehension.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'UNDERSTAND' to remember the meaning: 'Understand' – Necessary Data, Experiences, and Examples; 'Delve' – Dive deep into the topic; 'Recognize' – Realize the significance; 'Summarize' – Summarize the main points; 'Test' – Test your knowledge; 'Ask' – Ask questions; 'Nurture' – Nurture your understanding; 'Discuss' – Discuss with others.

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