understood

adjective

un·​der·​stood ˌən-dər-ˈstu̇d How to pronounce understood (audio)
1
: fully apprehended
2
: agreed upon
3

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The understood reason for this contrived explanation of meme coins is to avoid being classified as a security under the Howey Test, thereby evading the regulatory purview of the SEC. Chris Groshong, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 Leaders who embrace this approach will not only drive better results but will also foster a culture where employees feel understood, respected, and empowered. Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 That should still leave you feeling more understood than saying nothing at all — embrace reasonable compromise! Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2024 However, according to The Guardian and other publications, there was an understood risk of the concerts being canceled if a police escort was not provided. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 15 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for understood

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First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of understood was in 1605

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“Understood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/understood. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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understood

adjective
un·​der·​stood ˌən-dər-ˈstu̇d How to pronounce understood (audio)
1
: fully known
2
: agreed upon
3

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