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Discoveries

Verb / dɪˈskʌvɜ:i:z / Another word for discoveries — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Discoveries are things that are found or uncovered for the first time.

Synonyms & similar words

find breakthrough uncovering discovery findings revelations uncoverings exposures disclosures unveilings disclosures explorations breakthroughs realizations inventions innovations developments advancements achievements milestones breakthroughs explorations expeditions

Synonyms by register

Formal

findings uncoverings revelations identifications

Informal

finds breakthroughs scoops

Literary

unearthings disclosures

Antonyms

concealment hiding obscurity secrecy suppression ignorance

Common collocations

  • scientific discoveries
  • archaeological discoveries
  • major discoveries
  • significant discoveries
  • new discoveries
  • recent discoveries
  • historical discoveries
  • groundbreaking discoveries

Word family

noun discovery
verb discover
adjective discoverable

Usage note

The word 'discoveries' refers to the act of finding something that was previously unknown or hidden. It often implies a significant or important finding.

Example sentences

  1. The archeologist made an exciting discovery at the dig site.
  2. The astronomer's latest discovery could change our understanding of the universe.
  3. Scientists are always hoping to make new discoveries.
  4. Medical discoveries have saved countless lives throughout history.
  5. The discovery of fire was a turning point for early humans.

Quotes

  • "The greatest discoveries have come from people who have looked at a standard situation and seen it differently." - Ira Erwin
  • "The best way to predict the future is to invent it." - Alan Kay
  • "Discovery consists of seeing what everybody has seen and thinking what nobody has thought." - Albert Szent-Gyorgyi

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