V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
discovery
noun
Definition: 1. the finding out about something previously unknown; 2. something newly discovered or found out; 3. in law, a pretrial disclosure of facts or documents
Synonyms: finding, ascertainment, detection, uncovering, revelation, disclosure
Antonyms:
Tips: The word discovery is commonly used in place of "a finding." In law, discovery is a pretrial disclosure of information by one or both parties. Discovery can also be used in business when discussing the preparation phase prior to starting a project.
Usage Examples:
What a wondrous discovery hiking had become to the formerly reclusive city dweller! (finding, revelation)
The trial is still in the discovery phase, and both sides will need a few days to read through all the documents. (disclosure)
Before we begin a large project, we always do discovery in order to define all the issues. (ascertainment)
The cure for cancer will be a historically important discovery. (finding, revelation)
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