discover (Meaning)

Wordnet

discover (v)

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally

make a discovery, make a new finding

make a discovery

find unexpectedly

make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret

see for the first time; make a discovery

identify as in botany or biology, for example

Webster

discover (v. t.)

To uncover.

To disclose; to lay open to view; to make visible; to reveal; to make known; to show (what has been secret, unseen, or unknown).

To obtain for the first time sight or knowledge of, as of a thing existing already, but not perceived or known; to find; to ascertain; to espy; to detect.

To manifest without design; to show.

To explore; to examine.

Webster

discover (v. i.)

To discover or show one's self.

discover Sentence Examples

  1. The explorers sought to discover new lands beyond the known world.
  2. The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of genetics.
  3. Through careful observation and analysis, the detective discovered the truth behind the mystery.
  4. The child's curiosity led them to discover hidden treasures in the attic.
  5. The archaeologist was thrilled to discover ancient artifacts that shed light on forgotten civilizations.
  6. The artist's unique perspective allowed them to discover beauty in the ordinary.
  7. The traveler embarked on a journey to discover different cultures and ways of life.
  8. The researcher delved into historical records to discover the roots of a long-standing conflict.
  9. The journalist's investigation uncovered a web of corruption and deceit.
  10. The musician experimented with various sounds to discover new and innovative melodies.

FAQs About the word discover

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of, get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally, make a discovery, make a new finding, make a di

realize, hear, find, learn, see, get on (to),ascertain, find out, espy, figure out

forget, ignore,miss, miss, ignore, overlook, overlook, forget, disregard, disregard

The explorers sought to discover new lands beyond the known world.

The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of genetics.

Through careful observation and analysis, the detective discovered the truth behind the mystery.

The child's curiosity led them to discover hidden treasures in the attic.