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Synonyms for read

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To examine written symbols and understand their meaning

  • peruse
  • study
  • scan
  • scrutinise
  • scrutinize
  • browse
  • examine
  • inspect
  • skim
  • view

To recite written words out loud

  • recite
  • express
  • narrate
  • orate
  • say
  • deliver
  • expound
  • paraphrase
  • pronounce
  • quote

To grasp the essence, intent, or importance of something

  • interpret
  • construe
  • understand
  • apprehend
  • discern
  • take
  • assimilate
  • comprehend
  • decipher
  • grasp

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