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Understood Definition & Meaning

understood
adjective
  1. fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation; "the understood conditions of troop withdrawal were clear"
  2. implied by or inferred from actions or statements; "gave silent consent"; "a tacit agreement"; "the understood provisos of a custody agreement"

"Understood" in song lyrics

See how understood is used in real songs:

  • "Rep is strong is in the hood so every song is understood"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Jawn P, Raydar Ellis — Boston Garden Rap
  • "When I trap hoods you got blast, understood?"
    7L & Esoteric — First Letter
  • "It's the hood, I thought it was understood"
    Above the Law — Ballin'

Words that rhyme with understood

Usage tips for "understood"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "understood" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for understood to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does understood mean?
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation; "the understood conditions of troop withdrawal were clear" implied by or inferred from actions or statements; "gave silent consent"; "a tacit agreement"; "the understood provisos of a custody agreement"
What part of speech is understood?
Understood is an adjective.
How many definitions does understood have?
Understood has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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