grokking 1 of 2

noun

Definition of grokkingnext
as in understanding

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grokking

2 of 2

verb

present participle of grok
as in knowing
to have a clear idea of the eternal struggle of the human race to grok its place in the grand scheme of the universe

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grokking
  1. understanding
  2. comprehension
  3. knowledge
  4. perception
  5. recognizing
  6. grasp
  7. seeing
  8. appreciating
Noun
  • Prophecy deepens the audience’s understanding of why these women crave absolute power despite its dangers, and their despicable methods to attain it.
    Emma Stefansky, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2024
  • After each word, the network updates its hidden state, a list of numbers that reflects its understanding of the sentence so far.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of understanding
Noun
  • Foresight involves a nuanced approach of scanning the horizon for emerging trends, analyzing potential scenarios, and considering the implications of various outcomes based on our comprehension of today's cultural orthodoxies.
    Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • According to Cleveland Clinic, dyscalculia interrupts the areas in the brain that process skills related to numerical comprehension, similar to how dyslexia complicates the brain’s ability to read.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of comprehension
Noun
  • Every credit card article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of credit card products.
    Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Considerations: Investing in sports cards requires knowledge of the market and an understanding of what makes a card valuable.
    Darryl Lyons, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of knowledge
Noun
  • Workplace giving programs benefit nonprofits, engage employees, serve as a valuable recruiting tool and simultaneously boost a company’s CSR efforts and public perception.
    Matt Nash, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • As long as Wade remains on the case, this unnecessary perception will persist.
    Sam Gringlas, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of perception
Verb
  • By recognizing those with genuine potential early on, leaders can provide the necessary guidance and mentorship to help young employees develop a strong work ethic and realistic career aspirations.
    Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Ways to celebrate include Airing of Grievances, Feats of Strength and recognizing easily explainable events as Festivus miracles.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of recognizing
Noun
  • By then, the audience already has a grasp on Mabel’s topsy-turvy psychological state, which makes the meal a testament to her competence.
    Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Could the Los Angeles Dodgers snatch him from the San Francisco Giants' grasp?
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of grasp
Verb
  • American Baptist missionaries in the 1800s converted Indians and Burmese to the faith, and churches in the Milwaukee area are seeing the effects of those conversions today, especially among Burmese refugees.
    Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Despite seeing their four-game win streak broken, quarterback Baker Mayfield and coach Todd Bowles agree the Bucs will be ready to finish the season strong.
    Rick Stroud, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of seeing
Verb
  • While not apt for swimming, this more dramatic side of the island is worth appreciating, especially from scenic viewpoints in Gorda Peak National Park and the hiking trails that crisscross the island's most easterly points.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The audiences in India have also been changing and appreciating different work.
    Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of appreciating
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