What is another word for cottoned?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒtənd] (IPA) 
"Cottoned" is a verb that means to understand or to catch on to something. There are a variety of synonyms that can be used in place of "cottoned", depending on the context and the intended meaning. Some alternatives include: comprehended, grasped, caught on, perceived, realized, discerned, recognized, appreciated, and fathomed. For instance, instead of saying "I cottoned on to what he was saying", you could say "I comprehended his point" or "I caught on to his message". Knowing a range of synonyms can help improve one's writing and communication skills, by conveying more precise and nuanced meanings.
