—n.
1 a the ability to understand or think; intelligence. b the power of apprehension; the power of abstract thought.
2 an individual's perception or judgement of a situation etc.
3 an agreement; a thing agreed upon, esp. informally (had an understanding with the rival company; consented only on this understanding).
4 harmony in opinion or feeling (disturbed the good understanding between them).
5 sympathetic awareness or tolerance.
—adj.
1 having understanding or insight or good judgement.
2 sympathetic to others' feelings.
Derivatives:
understandingly adv.
Etymology: OE (as UNDERSTAND)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.