Definition

A state of not being able to understand something.

Example

Her incomprehension of the complex topic was evident during the discussion.

Conversation

I was reading that article, but I felt a lot of incomprehension about the main point.

I totally get that; some articles can be really confusing.

Yeah, I think they assume a lot of prior knowledge.

Exactly! It’s frustrating when they don’t explain things clearly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incomprehension → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "comprehensio" (from Latin, meaning understanding). The word refers to a state of not understanding something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'understanding' ('comprehensio') — that's why incomprehension means a lack of understanding.

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