Synonyms for

Discovers

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

Definition

To find something for the first time or to find out something that was not known before.

Synonyms & similar words

attain expose observe detect name unwrap strike break learn notice key discover divulge find distinguish see identify disclose hear reveal describe finds uncovers reveals unearths spots detects locates identifies exposes discloses learns determines establishes realizes recognizes catches encounters

Synonyms by register

Formal

ascertains uncovers identifies determines

Informal

finds out stumbles upon catches on to figures out

Literary

unearths divulges reveals

Antonyms

conceals hides obscures masks withholds suppresses

Common collocations

  • discovers a cure
  • discovers a new species
  • discovers the truth
  • discovers a talent
  • discovers a secret
  • discovers evidence
  • discovers a pattern

Word family

noun discovery
verb discover
adjective discoverable

Usage note

The verb 'discovers' implies finding something previously unknown or hidden. It is generally neutral in register.

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Example sentences

  1. The archaeologist discovers a rare artifact in the ruins.
  2. The detective discovers a clue that solves the case.
  3. The scientist discovers a new species of insect in the rainforest.
  4. The astronaut discovers a new planet in space.
  5. The teacher discovers a hidden talent in her student.

Quotes

  • The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. - Marcel Proust
  • We must let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the one that is waiting for us. - Joseph Campbell
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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