comprehension
Pronunciation: [ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnʃən]
Word
Context: “education”
(noun) the ability to understand something. When we read a story or listen to someone, comprehension is how well we can grasp the meaning of what we're experiencing.
Example
She showed great comprehension of the story during the class discussion.
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His comprehension of the math problems wasn’t very strong, so he struggled to keep up.
Example
Do you think you have a good comprehension of the instructions?
Context: “language”
(noun) the knowledge about a subject that helps you understand related information. It’s like knowing a little about animals, which helps you understand how they live and act.
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His comprehension of different cultures makes him a great travel guide.
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Without any comprehension of the topic, it was hard for her to follow the discussion.
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What level of comprehension do you have about the new vocabulary?
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