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Scholarly Research

30 Words

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detectable
1.
de
tec
ta
ble
Adjective

able to be noticed or discovered

The slight fragrance of roses was barely detectable in the air.

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empirical
2.
em
pi
ri
cal
Adjective

based upon observations or experiments instead of theories or ideas

The scientist relied on empirical data to support her hypothesis about climate change.

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experimental
3.
ex
pe
ri
men
tal
Adjective

relating to or involving scientific experiments, especially those designed to test hypotheses or explore new ideas

The experimental study investigated the effects of meditation on stress levels.

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preliminary
4.
pre
li
mi
na
ry
Adjective

occurring before a more important thing, particularly as an act of introduction

The preliminary investigation revealed important evidence for further examination.

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qualitative
5.
qua
li
ta
tive
Adjective

related to or involving quality of something, not numbers or amounts

The qualitative analysis of the artwork focused on its emotional impact rather than its monetary value.

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quantitative
6.
quan
ti
ta
tive
Adjective

related to or involving numbers or amounts, not quality

The study used quantitative data to analyze the correlation between income and happiness.

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scholarly
7.
scho
lar
ly
Adjective

related to or involving serious academic study

The scholarly article thoroughly examines the historical context of the Renaissance period.

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theoretical
8.
theo
re
ti
cal
Adjective

relating to or based on theory or logical reasoning rather than practical experience or application

Urban planners relied heavily on theoretical models of traffic flow without real-world validation.

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correlate
9.
co
rre
late
Verb

to be closely connected or have mutual effects

The increase in exercise tends to correlate with improvements in overall health and well-being.

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disprove
10.
dis
prove
Verb

to show that something is false or incorrect

The scientist conducted experiments to disprove the theory.

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self
re
port
Verb

to freely provide information about oneself, often related to personal experiences, behaviors, etc.

Participants in a research study may be asked to self-report their daily activities or feelings.

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verify
12.
ve
ri
fy
Verb

to formally confirm that something is true or accurate

The bank will verify your identity by asking for identification documents and signatures.

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apparatus
13.
a
ppa
ra
tus
Noun

tools or machines that are designed for a specific purpose

The laboratory apparatus included microscopes, test tubes, and beakers.

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carbon dating
Noun

a method used for measuring how old an organic material is by calculating the amount of carbon they contain

Carbon dating revealed that the ancient artifact was over 5,000 years old.

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clinical trial
15.
clinical trial
Noun

a controlled scientific experiment in which the effectiveness and safety of a medical treatment is measured by testing it on people

The new drug is currently undergoing a clinical trial to assess its safety and efficacy.

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control
16.
cont
rol
Verb

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

The CEO sought to control the company's strategic direction.

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guinea pig
17.
guinea pig
Noun

a small furry animal with rounded ears, short legs and no tail, which is often kept as a pet or for research

He cleaned the guinea pig’s cage every week.

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pseu
do
science
Noun

a set of practices or beliefs that are claimed to be scientific when in reality they have no scientific basis

Astrology is often regarded as pseudoscience because its claims are not supported by empirical evidence.

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subject
19.
sub
ject
Noun

someone or something that is being described, discussed, or dealt with

The main subject of today's lecture is the French Revolution.

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treatise
20.
trea
tise
Noun

a long and formal piece of writing about a specific subject

Isaac Newton's "Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy" is a famous treatise on physics.

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abstract
21.
abs
tract
Adjective

existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence

She presented an abstract concept that challenged traditional notions of reality.

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thesis
22.
the
sis
Noun

an original piece of writing on a particular subject that a candidate for a university degree presents based on their research

She spent months conducting experiments and analyzing data for her thesis, which was an essential part of her university degree in chemistry.

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literature
23.
li
te
ra
ture
Noun

written works that are valued as works of art, such as novels, plays and poems

Her personal library was filled with an extensive collection of world literature, from ancient epics to contemporary short stories.

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citation
24.
ci
ta
tion
Noun

a line or sentence taken from a book or speech

In academic writing, it is essential to provide proper citations for all sources used.

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limitation
25.
li
mi
ta
tion
Noun

the act of imposing a restriction or regulating something

The government introduced a limitation on tobacco sales.

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methodology
26.
me
tho
do
lo
gy
Noun

a series of methods by which a certain subject is studied or a particular activity is done

The researcher described the methodology used to gather data for the study.

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randomization
27.
ran
do
mi
za
tion
Noun

an arrangement done in an intentionally random manner to yield unbiased results

Randomization is used in clinical trials to assign participants to different treatment groups.

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parameter
28.
pa
ra
me
ter
Noun

(mathematics) a constant in the equation of a curve whose variation produces a family of similar curves

The parabola can be drawn with different parameters.

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peer review
Verb

to critically assess or evaluate the work of a colleague, typically in a professional or academic context

Researchers often peer review each other's papers before publication.

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dissemination
30.
di
sse
mi
na
tion
Noun

the action of spreading information or news

Effective dissemination of educational materials can empower individuals and communities to make positive changes.

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