Research Methodology Vocabulary

noun the quality or state of being admissible; the acceptability of something, especially as evidence in a court of law

• The admissibility of the evidence will be determined by the judge.
• Whether or not they let that evidence in is up to the judge.
• It's all about whether the judge will allow that evidence.
• The admissibility of new ideas is crucial for progress in any field.

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being, in this case, 'alleged' can also function as a verb meaning to assert without proof

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'alleged' describes something that is claimed to have taken place but not yet proven

• The alleged perpetrator is being held in custody pending further investigation.
• I heard about the alleged cheating scandal at school.
• Did you see the alleged thief running away from the scene?
• The alleged betrayal cut deeper than any physical wound.

adjective showing an unfair preference for or against something; prejudiced

• The study was criticized for being biased towards a particular political ideology.
• I think the news report was biased against our team.
• The article was totally biased, dude.
• Her past experiences have made her biased against certain types of people.

verb to collect and combine information or data from different sources in order to examine and compare them

• The librarian will collate all the research papers before distributing them to the students.
• Can you help me collate these documents before the meeting?
• I'll collate all the files and then we can grab lunch.
• She had to collate all the information from various sources to make sense of the situation.

noun a collection of various items or passages

adjective relating to or consisting of a collection of various items or passages

• The library's special collections department is responsible for managing the collectanea of rare books and manuscripts.
• I stumbled upon a box of old collectanea in my grandparents' attic.
• I love browsing through all the random collectanea at flea markets.
• Her mind was a collectanea of memories, each one carefully catalogued and preserved.

noun a principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided

• The main criterion for acceptance into the program is a high GPA.
• The only criterion for joining the club is to be friends with someone who's already a member.
• The party's criterion for entry is being cool enough to get past the bouncer.
• In her eyes, his sense of humor was the ultimate criterion for a potential partner.

verb to recognize or point out a difference between two or more things

• It is important to distinguish between fact and opinion when conducting research.
• I can't distinguish between the twins - they look so alike!
• I can't distinguish between these new slang words - they all sound the same to me.
• His unique painting style helps him distinguish himself from other artists in the industry.

noun a systematic determination of a subject's merit, worth, significance, or value

• The evaluation of the project's success will be conducted by an external consultant.
• I'll need your evaluation of the new restaurant we tried last night.
• I'm not sure if I can trust his evaluation of the situation.
• Her evaluation of the book was like a breath of fresh air in a stuffy room.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The company decided to offer a discount on all products, excluding the latest model.
• We can go to any restaurant for dinner, excluding the one on Main Street.
• I'm inviting everyone to the party, excluding that one guy who always causes drama.
• She welcomed everyone into her home with open arms, excluding any negative energy.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is important to focus on the key objectives of the project to ensure its success.
• Hey, let's just focus on getting this task done before the deadline.
• Dude, can we just focus on chilling out and not stressing about work?
• In order to achieve your dreams, you must focus on the prize and not get distracted by obstacles.

verb Grouped is the past tense form of the verb group, which means to arrange or organize into a group or groups.

• The data was grouped according to specific categories for analysis.
• We grouped all the snacks together for the party.
• Let's group up and tackle this project together.
• In life, challenges are often grouped together, but we must face them one at a time.

adjective characterized by lack of order or planning, irregularity

adverb in a manner lacking any obvious principle of organization

• The books on the shelf were haphazardly arranged, making it difficult to find a specific title.
• She threw her clothes haphazardly into her suitcase before rushing out the door.
• The kids were running around the playground haphazardly, almost bumping into each other.
• His thoughts were all over the place, scattered haphazardly like puzzle pieces waiting to be put together.

adjective relating to or involving induction; characterized by the inference of general laws from particular instances

• The scientist used inductive reasoning to draw conclusions based on observed patterns.
• She made an educated guess using inductive reasoning.
• He connected the dots inductively to figure out the answer.
• The detective used inductive logic to piece together the clues and solve the case.

adjective Initially can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is related to the beginning or first stage of something.

adverb Initially is an adverb that is used to describe something that happens at the beginning or at first.

• Initially, the project seemed promising but encountered numerous setbacks along the way.
• I was initially excited about the party, but now I'm not so sure.
• I was like, 'No way!' when I initially heard the news.
• The seedling initially struggled to grow, but eventually flourished into a beautiful flower.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, indicating a lack of importance or significance

• The impact of the new policy on the economy is insignificant.
• Don't worry about that small issue, it's insignificant.
• That problem is so tiny, it's basically insignif.
• In the grand scheme of things, his opinion is insignificant.

adjective describing or relating to numbers or numeration

• The numerative system used in ancient civilizations was based on symbols representing different quantities.
• I never understood the numerative system they use in that country, it's so different from ours.
• I can't deal with all these numerative symbols, it's too confusing for me.
• The numerative language of music allows musicians to communicate complex rhythms and melodies.

noun A person who has successfully completed a degree course and is pursuing further studies or research in a particular field

adjective Relating to or denoting a course of study taken after completing a first degree

• She completed her postgraduate studies in economics at the prestigious university.
• After getting her bachelor's degree, she decided to pursue postgraduate studies.
• I heard he's going for his postgrad next year.
• Embarking on a postgraduate journey can be likened to climbing a mountain of knowledge.

noun a planned piece of work that is designed to achieve a particular aim

verb to estimate or forecast something on the basis of present trends or data

• The board approved the new project proposal.
• We're starting a new project next week.
• Let's get this project show on the road!
• Life is like a project with many moving parts.

noun the activity or occupation of keeping records or accounts

adjective describing something related to the act of keeping records

• Proper record keeping is essential for maintaining accurate financial records.
• Hey, don't forget to do the record keeping for the expenses we incurred last month.
• I hate doing all this record keeping, it's such a hassle.
• In life, record keeping can be seen as a way to track our progress and growth over time.

verb to regain or recover something that was lost or misplaced

• The data analyst was able to retrieve the missing files from the server.
• I'll try to retrieve the documents for you by tomorrow.
• I'm gonna try and retrieve my phone from my friend's place later.
• She tried to retrieve her lost confidence after the setback.

noun an act of searching for someone or something

verb to try to find something by looking or otherwise seeking carefully and thoroughly

• The search for a new CEO has officially begun.
• I'll search online for the best deals on that new phone.
• Let's search for some good eats in this area.
• Sometimes we search for answers in all the wrong places.

verb to provide evidence or proof to support or prove the truth of something

• The research conducted by the scientists helped to substantiate the theory.
• The evidence they found really backed up what they were saying.
• They had the receipts to prove their point.
• Her actions substantiated her words, showing she was true to her promises.

verb to organize or arrange according to a system or plan

• The company has systematized its inventory management process to improve efficiency.
• I finally systematized my closet so I can find things more easily.
• She's really got her study routine systematized to ace all her exams.
• The artist systematized her creative process to produce more consistent and impactful work.

noun a systematic arrangement of data in columns or rows

• The tabulation of survey results is essential for data analysis.
• I'm almost done with the tabulation of the sales figures.
• Let me just finish this tabulation real quick.
• The tabulation of emotions can be a complex process.

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

• The project was successfully undertaken by the team of experts.
• They've finally undertaken the task we've been putting off for weeks.
• I can't believe he actually undertook that dare, what a legend!
• She undertook the challenge of starting her own business with determination and passion.

adjective an adjective used to describe something that is logically or factually sound, reasonable, or acceptable

• The contract is only valid if both parties sign it.
• Your driver's license is still valid, right?
• Don't worry, your excuse is totally valid.
• Her concerns about the project's timeline are valid.

noun the quality of being logically or factually sound; the state of being valid or acceptable

• The validity of the scientific study was confirmed through rigorous testing and peer review.
• They questioned the validity of his excuse for being late.
• I don't buy the validity of her story.
• The validity of their friendship was tested during difficult times.

verb to make something more academic or scholarly in nature

• The research paper was heavily academicized with complex language and references.
• She academicized her essay by using big words to sound smarter.
• The professor academicized the lecture by throwing in some fancy jargon.
• The artist academicized their work by incorporating deep symbolism and references.

adjective a term used to describe something that does not provide a diagnosis or identification of a specific condition or disease

• The adiagnostic approach allows for a broader perspective when analyzing a complex issue.
• I prefer taking an adiagnostic stance before jumping to conclusions.
• I'm all about that adiagnostic life - no labels or judgments.
• Her adiagnostic mindset is like a blank canvas, ready to absorb new information without bias.