Definitions
1.verbTo grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of."I'm sorry. I don't understand."
2.verbTo believe, to think one grasps sufficiently despite potentially incomplete knowledge."I understand that you have a package for me?"
3.verb(obsolete outside circus, acrobatics) To stand underneath, to support.
4.noun(gerund) The act of one that understands or comprehends; comprehension; knowledge; discernment.
5.nounReason or intelligence, ability to grasp the full meaning of knowledge, ability to infer.
6.nounOpinion, judgement or outlook."According to my understanding, the situation is quite perilous. I wonder if you see it this way, too."
7.nounAn agreement of minds; harmony; something mutually understood or agreed upon.
8.nounSympathy."He showed much understanding for my problems when he heard about my past."
9.adjectiveShowing compassion.
10.adjectiveKnowing; skilful.