comprehension
[noun]
Synonyms: understanding, conception, discernment, grasp, intelligence, perception, realization

[TahlilGaran] English Synonym Dictionary ▲

com‧pre‧hen‧sion /ˌkɒmprɪˈhenʃən $ ˌkɑːm-/ noun
[Date: 1400-1500; Language: Latin; Origin: comprehensio, from comprehendere; COMPRHEND]

1. [uncountable] the ability to understand something Synonym : understanding ⇒ comprehend
comprehension of
They don’t have the least comprehension of what I’m trying to do.
The research project will focus on children’s comprehension of pretence.
Why you let her talk you into doing such a foolish thing is beyond my comprehension (=impossible for me to understand).

2. [uncountable and countable] an exercise given to students to test how well they understand written or spoken language:
new methods of testing reading comprehension
a comprehension task

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲

comprehension
noun
I. understanding
VERB + COMPREHENSION have She has no comprehension of the seriousness of the situation.
check There are exercises for checking comprehension.
PREP. beyond (your) ~ Why he can't do it himself is beyond my comprehension.
without ~
PHRASES a lack of comprehension He showed a total lack of comprehension.

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲

comprehension
II. language exercise
ADJ. listening, reading
VERB + COMPREHENSION do We did a listening comprehension.

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲

comprehension
noun
BAD: There is not enough comprehension between our two countries.
GOOD: There is not enough understanding between our two countries.

Usage Note:
Comprehension refers to the ability to understand the meaning of something, especially something that is spoken or written: 'I'd like to develop my vocabulary and improve my listening comprehension.'
When you mean 'an attitude of sympathy', use understanding : 'When it comes to the employees' personal problems, the management shows a complete lack of understanding.'

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Common Errors ▲