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apprehend vs grasp

grasp vs apprehend

apprehend is not a noun while grasp is a noun.

apprehend and grasp both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
apprehend No No Yes No
grasp Yes No Yes No
As verbs, apprehend and grasp are synonyms defined as:
  • apprehend and grasp: get the meaning of something
Other synonyms of apprehend include compass, comprehend, dig, get the picture, grok, savvy.
apprehend (noun) grasp (noun)
the act of grasping
an intellectual hold or understanding
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
the limit of capability
apprehend (verb) grasp (verb)
get the meaning of something get the meaning of something
take into custody hold firmly
anticipate with dread or anxiety
Difference between apprehend and grasp

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