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)
appreciation18hold8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apprehension19discernment16savvy14understanding16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The limit of capability
Example: "Within the compass of education"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compass13range6reach10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
capability19capableness17potentiality17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An intellectual hold or understanding
Example: "A good grip on french history"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grip7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
influence14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of grasping
Example: "He released his clasp on my arm"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clasp9clench13clutch13clutches15grip7hold8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grasping12prehension15seizing17taking holdHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Grasp - as a verb
Hold firmly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold onHypernyms (Closely Related)
hold8take holdHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Get the meaning of something
Example: "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apprehend17compass13comprehend20dig5get the picturegrok9savvy14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
understand12Hyponyms (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."
Word Game Points
Is GRASP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, grasp is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordGRASP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is GRASP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, grasp is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGRASP has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
