Interpret
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To explain or tell the meaning of; to expound; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms; to decipher; to define; -- applied esp. to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.; as, to interpret the Hebrew language to an Englishman; to interpret an Indian speech. To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation; as, an actor interprets the character of Hamlet; a musician interprets a sonata; an artist interprets a landscape. To act as an interpreter.
Example sentence: Finally, a good prosecutor knows that her job is to enforce the law without fear or favor. Likewise, a Supreme Court Justice must interpret the laws without fear or favor.
Understand
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To be aware of the meaning of.To believe, based on information.To impute meaning, character etc. that is not explicitly stated.To apply values (axioms).
Example sentence: My faith helps me understand that circumstances don't dictate my happiness, my inner peace.