Meaning of the word observation in English

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observation

US /ˌɑːb.zɚˈveɪ.ʃən/

UK /ˌɑːb.zɚˈveɪ.ʃən/

the action or process of observing something or someone carefully or in order to gain information.

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Careful observation of the patient's symptoms is crucial for diagnosis.

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The scientist conducted a long-term observation of the stars.

Synonym:

monitoring surveillance scrutiny examination inspection

a remark, statement, or comment based on something one has noticed.

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He made an interesting observation about human behavior.

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Her observations were always insightful and to the point.

Synonym:

remark comment statement note insight

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