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
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Comprehend as a verb (now, _, rare):
To include, comprise; to contain.
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Comprehend as a verb:
To understand or grasp fully and thoroughly.
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Grasp as a verb:
To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
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Grasp as a verb:
To understand.
Examples:
"I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity."
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Grasp as a verb:
To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.
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Grasp as a noun (sometimes, figurative):
Grip.
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Grasp as a noun:
Understanding.
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Grasp as a noun:
That which is accessible; that which is within one's reach or ability.
Examples:
"The goal is within my grasp."