comprehend
verb (used with object)
to understand the nature or meaning of; grasp with the mind; perceive.
comprehendingly
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a word derived from
comprehend.
Example Sentences
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The stocky, mild man at the other end of the line nodded comprehendingly.
From Time Magazine Archive
M. Bouc explained the object of their visit, and the big detective nodded comprehendingly.
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
One of them’s young yet––and nervous––and–––” The other scowled comprehendingly.
From Once to Every Man by Anton Otto Fischer
Bulstrode smiled too, and more comprehendingly, and Prosper smiled and said: "Mais certainement, monsieur."
From The Sentimental Adventures of Jimmy Bulstrode by Marie Van Vorst
"I won't, miss," he said, comprehendingly, and thereupon she put some more money into his hand.
From The Cottage of Delight A Novel by Will N. (William Nathaniel) Harben
