1. the ability to understand something
2. the act or process of understanding
3. a reading exercise that tests understanding of a text
Usage: educational

Examples

• The student's reading comprehension improved dramatically this year.
• His comprehension of complex mathematical concepts is impressive.
• The teacher tested our comprehension with several questions about the story.
• She nodded to show her comprehension of the instructions.
• The book was beyond my comprehension at that age.
• Reading comprehension skills are essential for academic success.
• His lack of comprehension was evident from his confused expression.