Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fathom
verb, noun
/ˈfaθ.əm/
Definition
A unit of length used to measure the depth of water, traditionally equivalent to six feet.
Examples
- She couldn’t fathom why he would leave without saying goodbye.
- The ocean is so deep that it takes many fathoms to reach the bottom.
Meaning
To understand something deeply after much thought.
Synonyms
- Understand
- Comprehend
- Grasp
- Realize
