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GRASP

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Grasp.

How to pronounce grasp:

US

Grasp - as a noun

Understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

Example: "He has a good grasp of accounting practices"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appreciationhold
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apprehensiondiscernmentsavvyunderstanding
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The limit of capability

Example: "Within the compass of education"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compassrangereach
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
capabilitycapablenesspotentiality
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An intellectual hold or understanding

Example: "A good grip on french history"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grip
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
influence
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of grasping

Example: "He released his clasp on my arm"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
claspclenchclutchclutchesgriphold
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
graspingprehensionseizingtaking hold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Grasp - as a verb

Hold firmly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold on
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
holdtake hold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Get the meaning of something

Example: "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apprehendcompasscomprehenddigget the picturegroksavvy
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
understand
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I couldn't grasp the concept of advanced calculus."
"She quickly grasped the technique and started playing the piano beautifully."
"He tried to grasp the handle, but it was too slippery."
"I finally grasped the meaning behind his cryptic message."
"The child eagerly grasped his mother's hand and crossed the street."
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Word Game Points

Is GRASP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, grasp is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GRASP has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is GRASP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, grasp is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GRASP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is GRASP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, grasp is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GRASP has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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