Discoveries: meaning, definitions and examples

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discoveries

[ dɪˈskʌvəriz ]

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science

The act of finding something new, such as a scientific breakthrough or archaeological artifact.

Synonyms

breakthroughs, explorations, findings

Examples of usage

The discoveries made by the research team have revolutionized our understanding of ancient civilizations.
Her discoveries in the field of medicine have saved countless lives.

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general

New information or facts that are uncovered or revealed.

Synonyms

disclosures, revelations, uncoverings

Examples of usage

The discoveries of the detective led to the arrest of the criminal.
His discoveries about his family history were both surprising and emotional.

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general

To find something for the first time or to learn something new.

Synonyms

explore, find, uncover

Examples of usage

He discovered a hidden talent for painting.
The explorer discovered a remote island in the Pacific Ocean.

Translations

Translations of the word "discoveries" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descobertas

🇮🇳 खोजें

🇩🇪 Entdeckungen

🇮🇩 penemuan

🇺🇦 відкриття

🇵🇱 odkrycia

🇯🇵 発見 (はっけん)

🇫🇷 découvertes

🇪🇸 descubrimientos

🇹🇷 keşifler

🇰🇷 발견 (balgyeon)

🇸🇦 اكتشافات

🇨🇿 objevy

🇸🇰 objavy

🇨🇳 发现 (fāxiàn)

🇸🇮 odkritja

🇮🇸 uppgötvanir

🇰🇿 ашулар

🇬🇪 აღმოჩენები

🇦🇿 kəşflər

🇲🇽 descubrimientos

Word origin

The word 'discoveries' originated from the Middle English word 'discoverie', which came from the Old French word 'descovrir', meaning 'uncover, reveal'. The term has been used since the 14th century to refer to the act of finding something new or revealing information. Discoveries play a crucial role in advancing various fields of knowledge and understanding.