Pronunciation

/disˈkʌvər/

Definitions

Noun

• 1 (noun, singular) The act of finding something that was previously unknown or hidden; discovery. Example: “The archaeological team made a significant discovery of ancient artifacts.”
• 2 (noun, plural) A piece of information or knowledge gained through observation, research, or exploration. Example: “The scientific discovery changed our understanding of the universe.”

Verb

• To uncover or come across something by chance or investigation; to find out or learn about something previously unknown. Example: “He discovered a new species of insect in the rainforest.”
• To reveal or disclose; make known. Example: “She discovered a secret passage in her grandfather’s attic.”

Phrases

• “Discover something” means to find or become aware of something previously unseen or unknown.
• “Discovery process” refers to the systematic search for new information or knowledge.
• “Discoveries in science” highlights recent or groundbreaking findings.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The archaeologist’s most significant discovery was a well-preserved ancient city.”
• Verb: “After months of research, he finally discovered the connection between the two theories.”
• Verb: “Her accidental discovery led to a major breakthrough in medicine.”

Synonyms

• Uncover
• Find
• Reveal
• Expose
• Locate
• Identify
• Recognize

Antonyms

• Conceal
• Misplace
• Ignore
• Forget
• Miss