research

noun
UK: /rɪˈsɜːtʃ/
US: /riˈsɜːrtʃ/

  1. A careful study of a subject to discover new facts or information.

    1. My research is about animals in Africa. [ ] [ ]
    2. The latest research indicates a strong link between diet and health. [ ] [ ]

  2. Detailed investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws.

    1. The research team published their findings. [ ] [ ]
    2. Extensive research is being conducted to find a cure for the disease. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

study exploration inquiry analysis
research verb

  1. To study a subject carefully to discover new facts or test new ideas.

    1. I will research the topic for my essay. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists research to find solutions to global problems like cancer. [ ] [ ]

  2. To investigate systematically.

    1. She is researching the effects of climate change. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company researches new markets before launching products there. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "research" in English means: A careful study of a subject to discover new facts or information., Detailed investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws..

The phonetic transcription of "research" is /rɪˈsɜːtʃ/ in British English and /riˈsɜːrtʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "research": study, exploration, inquiry, analysis.

Example usage of "research": "My research is about animals in Africa.". More examples on the page.