Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

discovery

noun
/dɪsˈkʌv.ər.i/
Definition
The act of finding or learning something for the first time.
Examples
  • The discovery of penicillin changed medicine forever.
  • Her discovery of the hidden treasure was unexpected.
  • Scientists are making new discoveries about climate change.
Meaning
Discovery refers to the process of uncovering new information, concepts, or physical items that were previously unknown.
Synonyms
  • finding
  • uncovering
  • revelation
  • invention