Synonyms for

Observations

Verb / ˌɑ:bzɜ:ˈveɪʃʌnz / Another word for observations — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Observations are facts or details that are noticed and recorded, usually as part of a scientific study or experiment.

Synonyms & similar words

watching observation observance reflection notice reflexion survey examination scrutiny inspection exploration discovery investigation research analysis study insight perception awareness attention noticing spotting recording reporting documenting commentary

Synonyms by register

Formal

findings perceptions assessments notations

Informal

notes takes views readings

Literary

perceptions discernments insights

Antonyms

ignorance neglect disregard inattention blindness unawareness

Common collocations

  • make observations
  • detailed observations
  • scientific observations
  • field observations
  • initial observations
  • further observations
  • direct observations
  • gather observations

Word family

noun observation
verb observe
adjective observational
adverb observantly

Usage note

While 'observations' can refer to the act of observing, it most commonly refers to the results or data gathered from that act. It is often used in scientific or analytical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. She wrote down her observations in her notebook.
  2. The teacher made some interesting observations about her students.
  3. The scientist's observations led to a breakthrough in her research.
  4. The detective's observations helped solve the crime.
  5. The doctor's observations led to a new treatment for the illness.

Quotes

  • The purpose of observation and being aware of what is happening around us is to gain knowledge and understanding that we did not have before. - Catherine Pulsifer
  • Wisdom is the reward for a lifetime of listening ... when you'd have preferred to talk. - D.J. Kaufman
  • The art of observation is to see what others can't. - Richard Avedon

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