compass vs grasp

compass and grasp both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
compass	Yes	No	Yes	No
grasp	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, compass and grasp are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of compass include range, reach.

As verbs, compass and grasp are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of compass include apprehend, comprehend, dig, get the picture, grok, savvy.

compass (noun)	grasp (noun)
navigational instrument for finding directions	the act of grasping
drafting instrument used for drawing circles	an intellectual hold or understanding
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:	understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
the limit of capability	the limit of capability

compass (verb)	grasp (verb)
get the meaning of something	get the meaning of something
travel around, either by plane or ship	hold firmly
bring about; accomplish