Grasp

Pronunciation: /ˈɡræsp/

Grasp (verb)

  1. To take and hold something firmly with your hand.
  2. To understand something completely and clearly.

Examples

  • She grasped the rope firmly to avoid falling.
  • He grasped the handle to open the door.

Common collocations: grasp tightly, grasp firmly, grasp the opportunity, grasp the meaning, grasp the concept

Grasp (noun)

  1. A strong hold on something with your hand.
  2. The ability to understand something well.

Examples

  • He had a firm grasp on the steering wheel.
  • She maintained a strong grasp on her bag.

Synonyms of Grasp

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Grasp

  • opposite of holding or seizing
  • opposite of maintaining a hold