The difference between Comprehend and Grasp

When used as verbs, comprehend means to include, comprise, whereas grasp means to grip.


Grasp is also noun with the meaning: grip.

check bellow for the other definitions of Comprehend and Grasp

  1. Comprehend as a verb (now, _, rare):

    To include, comprise; to contain.

  2. Comprehend as a verb:

    To understand or grasp fully and thoroughly.

  1. Grasp as a verb:

    To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.

  2. Grasp as a verb:

    To understand.

    Examples:

    "I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity."

  3. Grasp as a verb:

    To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.

  1. Grasp as a noun (sometimes, figurative):

    Grip.

  2. Grasp as a noun:

    Understanding.

  3. Grasp as a noun:

    That which is accessible; that which is within one's reach or ability.

    Examples:

    "The goal is within my grasp."

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