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Research

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈsɜːtʃ//ˈriːsɜːtʃ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈriːsɜːrtʃ//rɪˈsɜːrtʃ/"]/

Meaning of Research

a careful study of a subject, especially in order to discover new facts or information about it

In simple words: The act of studying something carefully to learn more about it.

Research in a sentence

• The research on climate change is very important for our future.
• He conducted research to find new treatments for the disease.
• In my science class, we will start a new research project next week.
• She is known for her research in the field of psychology.
• Before writing the report, he did a lot of research to gather information.

How to use Research

Used in academic and professional contexts. Avoid using 'research' as a verb in casual conversation; instead, use 'study' or 'look into'.

Grammar pattern

research + object

Memory hint

Think of 're-search' as searching again for deeper knowledge.

Related words

Collocations with Research

• careful
• detailed
• in-depth
• piece
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• demonstrate something
• find something
• identify something
• degree
• effort
• programme/​program
• research in
• research into
• research on
• an area of research
• focus your research on something
• somebody’s own research

Synonyms for Research

• study
• investigation
• inquiry
• analysis
• exploration

Opposites of Research

• ignorance
• inactivity

Common mistakes with Research

• Using 'research' as an uncountable noun instead of a countable noun (e.g., saying 'a research' instead of 'a piece of research')
• Confusing 'research' with 'search' (research is more in-depth and analytical)
• Using 'research' inappropriately in non-academic contexts

Frequently asked questions about Research

What does Research mean?

The act of studying something carefully to learn more about it.

What is the definition of Research?

a careful study of a subject, especially in order to discover new facts or information about it

How do you use Research in a sentence?

The research on climate change is very important for our future.

Can you give another example of Research?

He conducted research to find new treatments for the disease.

What are synonyms for Research?

Common alternatives include study, investigation, inquiry, analysis, exploration.

What is the opposite of Research?

Opposite meanings include ignorance, inactivity.

What words go with Research?

It commonly pairs with careful, detailed, in-depth, piece, carry out, conduct, do, demonstrate something, find something, identify something, degree, effort, programme/​program, research in, research into, research on, an area of research, focus your research on something, somebody’s own research.

What are common mistakes when using Research?

Using 'research' as an uncountable noun instead of a countable noun (e.g., saying 'a research' instead of 'a piece of research') Confusing 'research' with 'search' (research is more in-depth and analytical) Using 'research' inappropriately in non-academic contexts

How do you pronounce Research?

US: /["/ˈriːsɜːrtʃ//rɪˈsɜːrtʃ/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈsɜːtʃ//ˈriːsɜːtʃ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Research?

Used in academic and professional contexts. Avoid using 'research' as a verb in casual conversation; instead, use 'study' or 'look into'.

What CEFR level is Research?

"Research" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.