Definitions
- To become aware of something that was previously unknown or unnoticed. - To understand or comprehend a concept or idea. - To achieve or accomplish something that was planned or intended.
- To understand or comprehend a concept or idea. - To seize or grab something firmly with the hand. - To take hold of an opportunity or chance.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words relate to understanding or comprehending something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe physical actions.
- 3Both words can be used in past tense.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Realised is more commonly used in British English, while grasped is more common in American English.
- 2Physicality: Realised is not typically used to describe physical actions, while grasped is often used in this way.
- 3Connotation: Realised has a more intellectual connotation, while grasped has a more physical connotation.
- 4Meaning: Realised refers to becoming aware of something or accomplishing something, while grasped refers to seizing or taking hold of something.
Remember this!
Realised and grasped are synonyms that both relate to understanding or comprehending something. However, realised is more commonly used in British English and has a more intellectual connotation, while grasped is more common in American English and has a more physical connotation. Additionally, realised refers to becoming aware of something or accomplishing something, while grasped refers to seizing or taking hold of something.
