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understanding

adjective/kõpɾiẽˈsivu/high

com·pre·en·si·vo

Definition

Showing comprehension, tolerance, and empathy towards the actions, feelings, or difficulties of others.
The teacher was very understanding of the student's difficult situation.
It's important to be understanding in personal relationships.
Common collocations
understanding personunderstanding attitudeto be understanding

Etymology

Do latim 'comprehensivus'.

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