understanding

noun
UK: /ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ/
US: /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

  1. The ability to comprehend something.

    1. My understanding of the problem is limited. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her deep understanding of quantum physics is truly remarkable. [ ] [ ]

  2. An agreement between people or groups.

    1. We have an understanding to share the work. [ ] [ ]
    2. There was a clear understanding that everyone would contribute equally to the project. [ ] [ ]

  3. Sympathetic awareness of other people's feelings.

    1. He showed great understanding for my situation. [ ] [ ]
    2. The teacher displayed remarkable understanding when dealing with the student's anxiety. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

comprehension awareness knowledge discernment agreement insight sympathy
understanding verb

  1. Present participle of understand: Knowing how or why something works.

    1. I am understanding more as he explains. [ ] [ ]
    2. She is understanding the complexities of the situation slowly but surely. [ ] [ ]
understanding adjective

  1. Showing compassion, sympathy, or tolerance.

    1. He is a very understanding friend. [ ] [ ]
    2. An understanding employer will always consider their employees well-being. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "understanding" in English means: The ability to comprehend something., An agreement between people or groups., Sympathetic awareness of other people's feelings..

The phonetic transcription of "understanding" is /ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ/ in British English and /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "understanding": comprehension, awareness, knowledge, discernment, agreement, insight, sympathy.

Example usage of "understanding": "My understanding of the problem is limited.". More examples on the page.