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comprehension
/ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛn.ʃən/
[/ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛn.ʃən/]
understanding of text
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Comprehension is the ability to understand what you read or hear. Comprehension exercises test how well students grasp a text.
Example
The reading comprehension was about a famous scientist.
The reading comprehension was about a famous scientist.
Etymology
From Latin 'comprehensio' meaning a grasping.
How & Where It’s Used
A common exam section testing understanding of passages.