Synonyms

research

American

[ri-surch, ree-surch] / rɪˈsɜrtʃ, ˈri sɜrtʃ /

noun

diligent and systematic inquiry or investigation into a subject in order to discover or revise facts, theories, applications, etc..

recent research in medicine.

Synonyms:

study, scrutiny
a particular instance or piece of research.

verb (used without object)

to make researches; investigate carefully.

verb (used with object)

to make an extensive investigation into.

to research a matter thoroughly.

Synonyms:

scrutinize, examine, inquire, study

research British

/ ˈriːsɜːtʃ, rɪˈsɜːtʃ /

noun

systematic investigation to establish facts or principles or to collect information on a subject

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verb

to carry out investigations into (a subject, problem, etc)

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Related Words

See investigation.

Other Word Forms

proresearch adjective
researchable adjective
researcher noun
researchist noun
underresearch verb (used with object)

Etymology

Origin of research

First recorded in 1570–80; (verb) from Middle French recercher “to seek,” Old French, equivalent to re- re- + cercher search; (noun) from Middle French recerche

Example Sentences

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“Gold and silver are caught in a wider market panic, selling off as traders rush to cut losses and risk,” said Adrian Ash, director of research at BullionVault, in an analysis report posted Friday.

From MarketWatch

Eating a lot of ultraprocessed food raises the risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to new research that shows the risks rose with each additional serving a person ate.

From The Wall Street Journal

Extending their logic to dynamic markets is the next frontier of this research.

From The Wall Street Journal

It should also fund research, development and production of cheaper alternatives.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company said its U.S. income subject to taxes was lowered by new and bigger tax incentives for research and investment in last year’s tax law.

From The Wall Street Journal

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