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'.