tacit understanding; grasp implicitly; comprehend deeply
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to understand tacitly; to grasp the meaning without explicit words
Describes a mutual understanding between people where communication happens through subtle cues rather than explicit statements.
The two looked at each other and smiled, understanding each other perfectly without a word.
The teacher gave a glance, and the students tacitly understood and quieted down.
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I caught his hint perfectly and stopped pressing the matter further.
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to comprehend deeply; to have a profound understanding
Emphasizes thorough internalization of meaning, often through reflection or experience rather than surface-level comprehension.
He studied this classic repeatedly and finally achieved a profound understanding of its deep meaning.
Only by personally experiencing that kind of suffering can one truly comprehend the true meaning of life.
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After listening to the master's explanation, I gained a deep understanding of this painting and noticed details I had missed before.