Cool MateResearch
UK /["/rɪˈsɜːtʃ//ˈriːsɜːtʃ/"]/US /["/ˈriːsɜːrtʃ//rɪˈsɜːrtʃ/"]/
Definition
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.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- 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
- study
- investigation
- inquiry
- analysis
- exploration
Antonyms
- ignorance
- inactivity
Common mistakes
- 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