Comprehend
Comprehend verb - To have a clear idea of.
Gain and comprehend are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gain" instead a verb "Comprehend".
Gain
Gain verb - To gradually increase in.
Comprehend and gain are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Comprehend" instead a verb "Gain".
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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Anne can comprehend the powers of anyone she touches and then gain a power to counter it.
Source: Fan Fic / Intrepid -
Deconstructed in "Cutie Re-Mark" where Starlight Glimmer doesn't comprehend how the Mane Six needed to gain their cutie marks and friendship to prevent the ruin or destruction of Equestria.
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Evil Cannot Comprehend Good: Manga only, but when Yuichiro tries to befriend and understand Mitsuko, she believes that he is trying to gain her trust only to sleep with her.
Source: Literature / Battle Royale
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