comprehend

Verb

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
  • This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds
    
  • this should cover everyone in the group
    

• to become aware of through the senses
  • I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon
    

• get the meaning of something
  • Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?
    

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  embrace , encompass , cover , perceive , grok , get the picture , savvy , dig , grasp , compass , apprehend