understanding

the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises

“there was an understanding between management and the workers”

the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

“I knew I could count on his understanding”

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

“he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect”

characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy

“an understanding friend”