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grasp vs apprehend

apprehend vs grasp

grasp is a noun but apprehend is not a noun.

grasp and apprehend both are verbs.

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

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