· get the meaning of something; "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?"
Synonym(s): grok, get_the_picture, savvy, dig, grasp, compass, apprehend
Hypernym(s): understand
· to become aware of through the senses; "I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon"
Synonym(s): perceive
· include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory; "This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds"; "this should cover everyone in the group"
Synonym(s): embrace, encompass, cover
Hypernym(s): include