Understanding (Noun)
Meaning 1
The capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination; "we are told that man is endowed with reason and capable of distinguishing good from evil".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
The statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises; "they had an agreement that they would not interfere in each other's business"; "there was an understanding between management and the workers".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
The cognitive condition of someone who understands; "he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 4
An inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion; "his sympathies were always with the underdog"; "I knew I could count on his understanding".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.