Understanding ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Understanding ( noun )

1. The ability to comprehend, to be aware of, or to interpret something.
2. Knowledge or intelligence of a particular subject or fact.
3. A mutual agreement or arrangement.
4. The act of interpreting or understanding something.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french entendre "hear, understand" (infinitive used as a noun), from latin intendere, from in- "towards" + tendere "stretch".

Examples:

1. He had a good understanding of the subject.
2. She had a deep understanding of the problem.
3. They reached an understanding on the terms of the contract.
4. The understanding of the situation is important.
5. He had a basic understanding of the language.

(As an adjective)

Understanding ( adjective )

1. The ability to comprehend, to be aware of, or to interpret something.
2. Knowledge or intelligence of a particular subject or fact.
3. A mutual agreement or arrangement.
4. The act of interpreting or understanding something.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french entendre "hear, understand" (infinitive used as a noun), from latin intendere, from in- "towards" + tendere "stretch".

Examples:

1. He had a good understanding of the subject.
2. She had a deep understanding of the problem.
3. They reached an understanding on the terms of the contract.
4. The understanding of the situation is important.
5. He had a basic understanding of the language.