Exploration

Pronunciation: /ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/

Definitions of exploration

noun the action of examining or investigating something thoroughly

Example Sentences

A1 Exploration is the act of searching for new information or places.

A2 The children went on an exploration of the forest to find hidden treasures.

B1 Space exploration has led to many technological advancements.

B2 The team's exploration of the ancient ruins uncovered valuable artifacts.

C1 The scientist's exploration of the deep sea revealed new species of marine life.

C2 The artist's exploration of different mediums resulted in a stunning collection of artwork.

Examples of exploration in a Sentence

formal The company invested heavily in the exploration of new markets.

informal We're going on an exploration trip to the mountains this weekend.

slang Let's go on an exploration mission to find the best tacos in town.

figurative The novel takes the reader on an exploration of the character's inner thoughts and emotions.

Grammatical Forms of exploration

• past tense: explored
• plural: explorations
• comparative: more exploration
• superlative: most exploration
• present tense: explore
• future tense: will explore
• perfect tense: have explored
• continuous tense: is exploring
• singular: exploration
• positive degree: exploration
• infinitive: to explore
• gerund: exploring
• participle: explored

Origin and Evolution of exploration

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'exploration' originated from the Latin word 'explorare', which means to investigate or search out.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'exploration' has come to signify the act of traveling to unknown or unfamiliar places in order to discover new information or resources.