Pronunciation
/rɪˈsɜːrtʃ/
Definitions
Noun
- A scientific study of a particular subject in order to discover new information or facts: She spent months conducting research on climate change.
- Investigation or inquiry into something: The police are conducting an in-depth research on the crime scene.
- Data collected for analysis: They analyzed the research findings to make informed decisions.
Verb
- To look for information, facts, or knowledge through study or investigation: He’s researching potential career paths.
- To examine carefully or scrutinize: We researched every option before making a decision.
Adjective
- Related to or involving research: The cutting-edge technology is based on extensive research.
- Fruitful or exhaustive in searching for information: Her research was thorough and comprehensive.
Phrases
- “Conduct research” means to carry out a systematic investigation.
- “Research indicates” suggests that the evidence points to a particular conclusion.
- “Primary research” refers to original data collection, while “secondary research” uses existing data.
Example Sentences
- Noun: The team spent weeks analyzing the research data to draw conclusions.
- Verb: He’s currently researching ancient civilizations for his history project.
- Adjective: The groundbreaking research has led to significant advancements in medicine.
Synonyms
- Investigation
- Inquiry
- Study
- Examination
- Scrutiny
- Search
- Inquiry
- Examination
- Scrutiny
- Exploration
- Query