English Synonym Finder

incomprehension

Definitions

The state or quality of failing to understand something.

A lack of comprehension or an inability to grasp the meaning of something.

Examples

He stared at the complex mathematical formula with total incomprehension.

There was a look of deep incomprehension on her face when I explained the sudden change in plans.

Synonyms

bewilderment confusion perplexity lack of understanding bafflement ignorance puzzlement

Antonyms

comprehension understanding clarity awareness insight appreciation grasp