Understood vs. Understand
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Difference Between Understood and Understand
Understoodadjective
Having been comprehended.
Understandverb
(transitive) To be aware of the meaning of.
I understand German.I received your note, but I did not understand it.Understoodverb
simple past tense and past participle of understand
Understandverb
To believe, based on information.
I understand that you have information for me.Understoodinterjection
Indicates comprehension on the part of the speaker.
Understandverb
To impute meaning, character etc. that is not explicitly stated.
But we cannot disappoint Grandma and Grandpa Smith, and that is what family is all about! Do you understand?!In this sense, the word is usually used in the past participle:ADVERTISEMENT
Understoodadjective
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation;
the understood conditions of troop withdrawal were clearUnderstandverb
To stand under; to support.
Understoodadjective
indicated by necessary connotation though not expressed directly;
gave silent consenta tacit agreementthe understood provisos of a custody agreementUnderstandverb
One who supports others in such performances as the human pyramid.
Understandverb
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of;
She did not understand her husbandI understand what she meansUnderstandverb
perceive (an idea or situation) mentally;
Now I see!I just can't see your pointDoes she realize how important this decision is?I don't understand the ideaADVERTISEMENT
Understandverb
make sense of a language;
She understands FrenchCan you read Greek?Understandverb
believe to be the case;
I understand you have no previous experience?Understandverb
be understanding of;
You don't need to explain--I understand!
