comprehension

Definitions

The action or capability of understanding something.

A test or exercise intended to improve or evaluate one's understanding of a text or subject.

Examples

Reading aloud can help students improve their reading comprehension.

His comprehension of the complex scientific theory was truly impressive.

Synonyms

understanding grasp perception apprehension awareness insight cognition

Antonyms

misunderstanding ignorance confusion bewilderment incomprehension obliviousness misinterpretation