noun / verb
research
REE-serch/ˈriːsɜːrtʃ/
Careful, organized study to discover or verify knowledge.
The scientist researches the samples with a microscope and notebook.
Etymology
The circle root led to a verb meaning “go about” and then “seek.” With re- perhaps adding emphasis, “searching closely” developed into careful inquiry directed toward discovering facts.
In context
Research is on-going and must be supported. Stuart McMillan mentioned research that is being undertaken. I have information on research from the Covid in Scotland study, which involved a large cohort of people.
More examples
- She conducted research in the local archives.
- They have researched the history of the building.
- The team is researching a new method.
Forms
research · researches · researched · researching
researcher noun — Someone conducting an organized study.
Similar words
- investigation
- An organized inquiry into facts or events.
- study
- A broad term for examining or learning about something.