get it synonyms

get it*

v.

  1. To understand

    comprehend, perceive, know; see understand 1.

  2. To be punished

    suffer, get what is coming to one, get one's just deserts, be scolded, be reprimanded, be admonished, be rebuked, be upbraided, suffer for, suffer the consequences, pay the penalty, catch it*, get in trouble*, get it in the neck*, get one's comeuppance*.

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