Understandingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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understandingly

[ ˌʌndərˈstandɪŋli ]

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in a way that shows comprehension

In a manner that demonstrates comprehension or insight.

Synonyms

comprehendingly, empathetically, sympathetically

Examples of usage

She nodded understandingly, indicating that she was following along with the conversation.
He smiled understandingly, aware of the difficulties she was facing.
The teacher looked at the student understandingly, recognizing the effort put into the assignment.

Translations

Translations of the word "understandingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compreensivamente

🇮🇳 समझदारी से

🇩🇪 verständnisvoll

🇮🇩 dengan pengertian

🇺🇦 з розумінням

🇵🇱 ze zrozumieniem

🇯🇵 理解して

🇫🇷 avec compréhension

🇪🇸 con comprensión

🇹🇷 anlayışla

🇰🇷 이해심 있게

🇸🇦 بتفهم

🇨🇿 s porozuměním

🇸🇰 s porozumením

🇨🇳 理解地

🇸🇮 z razumevanjem

🇮🇸 með skilningi

🇰🇿 түсіністікпен

🇬🇪 გაგებით

🇦🇿 anlayışla

🇲🇽 con comprensión

Word origin

The word 'understandingly' is derived from the verb 'understand', which dates back to Old English. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverb 'understandingly', indicating the manner in which something is done. The concept of understanding has been a fundamental aspect of human communication and relationships throughout history, with various philosophers and thinkers exploring its complexities.