English to English Dictionary

Observation Fortnight

A period of two weeks dedicated to observing and recording specific phenomena or events.

Observational Study

A type of research study that involves observing subjects in their natural environment without manipulation or intervention.

Observative

Tending to observe carefully; watchful, observant, and attentive to details.

Observatory

A room or building housing an astronomical telescope or other scientific equipment for the study of natural phenomena.

Observe

To watch carefully the way something happens or someone behaves.

Observed-capacity

The actual, empirically measured output, throughput, or functional limit of a system, machine, or organization during a specific observation period.

Observer

A person who watches or notices something.

Observing

Quick to notice things; watchful and alert.

Obsessed

Preoccupied with or dominated by a particular thought or feeling.

Obsession

The state of being besotted with or obsessed by someone or something.

Obsessive

Of or relating to obsession; characterized by or manifesting obsessive behavior.

Obsessive-love

A pathological form of attachment characterized by an overwhelming, intrusive preoccupation with another person, often accompanied by possessive and controlling behaviors.