Scientific Discoveries

noun progress or development

verb to move forward or make progress

adjective occurring or done before the usual or expected time

• The company made an advance payment for the project.
• I need to make an advance reservation for the concert.
• I'll advance you the money for the tickets.
• She made great advances in her career this year.

adjective describing something as being very old or ancient

• The practice of meditation is an age old tradition that has been passed down for centuries.
• That recipe for apple pie is an age old family secret.
• Dude, that car is an age old classic. You gotta check it out.
• The age old question of 'what came first, the chicken or the egg?' still puzzles scientists today.

noun a significant development or achievement

verb to make a successful effort to achieve or overcome something

• The scientist was able to break through the barriers of traditional thinking and make a groundbreaking discovery.
• After hours of studying, she finally managed to break through and understand the difficult concept.
• I've been trying to break through to him about the importance of saving money, but he just won't listen.
• The artist's new painting seemed to break through the canvas, bringing the scene to life.

noun a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development

adjective characterized by or constituting a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development

• The scientists announced a major breakthrough in cancer research.
• I heard there was a big breakthrough in the tech industry.
• Dude, did you hear about the sick breakthrough in gaming?
• The artist's new painting was a breakthrough in modern art.

verb to reveal or make something known that was previously hidden or secret

• The investigation aims to bring to light any fraudulent activities within the company.
• I heard that the new report will bring to light some interesting findings about our project.
• The documentary really brought to light the struggles of living in the city.
• Her artwork always manages to bring to light the emotions hidden deep within us.

noun A stream of electrons emitted by the negative electrode in a vacuum tube or cathode-ray tube.

• The cathode ray tube is a vacuum tube that uses a cathode ray to produce images on a screen.
• I learned about cathode rays in my science class, they're pretty cool.
• I zapped that bug with a cathode ray gun!
• His words hit me like a cathode ray, leaving a lasting impact.

verb to happen or occur; to take place

• The changes in the company's policy came about after careful consideration by the board of directors.
• I'm not sure how that decision came about, but it seems like a good idea.
• I have no idea how that whole situation came about, but it's crazy!
• The idea for the new product came about in a brainstorming session.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

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

• It began to dawn on me that the project would take much longer than anticipated.
• I didn't realize how much work it would be until it started to dawn on me.
• The truth finally started to dawn on me and it wasn't pretty.
• As the sun rose, it dawned on me that I had been chasing the wrong dream all along.

verb to find or learn something for the first time

• Scientists continue to discover new species in the unexplored depths of the ocean.
• I just discovered a new coffee shop down the street that I really like.
• I can't believe I just discovered this cool new app, it's so addicting!
• After years of searching, she finally discovered her true passion in life.

noun the act of finding or learning something for the first time; a new finding or breakthrough

• The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of medicine.
• I stumbled upon a cool discovery while doing some research online.
• Dude, that new app is a total discovery, you gotta check it out!
• Through self-reflection, she made the discovery that happiness comes from within.

noun an act of finding or discovering something

verb to discover or perceive by chance or unexpectedly; to locate

• It is imperative to find a solution to this complex problem.
• I can't seem to find my keys anywhere.
• I need to find a way to sneak out of the house tonight.
• Sometimes, you have to lose yourself in order to find yourself.

noun a person or thing that initiates or originates something new or innovative

• The groundbreaker in the field of medicine discovered a new treatment for a rare disease.
• She's known as a groundbreaker in the fashion industry for her innovative designs.
• That musician is a total groundbreaker with their unique sound.
• As a groundbreaker in the world of technology, he paved the way for future advancements.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence; in this case, 'invented' is the past tense of the verb 'invent'

• Thomas Edison invented the light bulb in 1879.
• Did you know that Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone?
• Steve Jobs basically invented the smartphone as we know it.
• She practically invented the art of multitasking in our office.

verb A word that expresses an action or a state of being. In this case, 'make' is a verb that means to cause something to exist or happen.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. In this case, 'possible' is an adjective that describes something that can be done or achieved.

adverb A word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. In this case, there is no adverb applicable for 'make possible'.

• Advancements in technology make possible the exploration of distant planets.
• Having a car makes it possible to travel long distances easily.
• Using cheat codes makes it possible to beat the game quickly.
• Hard work and dedication make possible achieving your dreams.

noun a new or unfamiliar thing or experience

adjective describing a recently made or discovered object or idea

• The company is launching a new product line next month.
• I just got a new phone and it's amazing!
• Check out my new kicks, they're fire!
• Starting a new chapter in life can be both exciting and challenging.

adjective describing someone or something as deserving attention or notice; remarkable or outstanding

• The notable scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research.
• That restaurant is notable for its delicious food and friendly staff.
• Did you see that notable dunk in the basketball game last night?
• Her notable presence lit up the room wherever she went.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, paradoxical describes something that involves or contains a paradox

• The concept of time travel presents a paradoxical situation in which one could potentially change the course of history.
• It's paradoxical how she claims to be a minimalist yet owns so many material possessions.
• It's like, totally paradoxical how he says he hates drama but always seems to be in the middle of it.
• The artist's use of light and shadow creates a paradoxical effect, making the painting simultaneously realistic and dreamlike.

noun the divine or supernatural disclosure to humans of something relating to human existence or the world

• The scientist made a groundbreaking revelation that could change the course of medical research.
• I can't believe she had a revelation about her true passion in life.
• Dude, that movie had a crazy revelation at the end that blew my mind.
• The sunset was a revelation of nature's beauty.

noun the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way

• The discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming was a result of serendipity.
• Running into my old friend at the grocery store was pure serendipity.
• Finding a $20 bill on the sidewalk was such a serendipitous moment!
• Sometimes, the best moments in life come from serendipity, like finding love when you least expect it.

adjective Significant is an adjective that describes something that is important, meaningful, or notable.

• The research findings revealed a significant correlation between the two variables.
• There was a significant increase in sales after the new marketing campaign.
• That party was significant - everyone was talking about it for weeks.
• His influence on the team was significant, like a captain guiding a ship through a storm.

adjective not previously considered or imagined; unexpected

• The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery that was previously unthought of.
• I never would have imagined that idea, it's totally unthought of!
• That new app is so cool, it's like totally unthought of!
• Her creativity knows no bounds, she comes up with unthought of solutions to every problem.

noun a person after whom a discovery, invention, place, etc., is named or thought to be named

• The medical condition Parkinson's disease is named after its eponym, Dr. James Parkinson.
• Did you know that the sandwich is an eponym named after the Earl of Sandwich?
• I heard that the term 'boycott' is actually an eponym from a guy named Captain Charles Boycott.
• The term 'mentor' is often used as an eponym for someone who guides and teaches others.

noun A person or thing that is remarkable or outstanding in a particular field or activity, especially at a young age.

• The young pianist is considered a phenom in the classical music world.
• Did you see that basketball phenom score 50 points last night?
• That new rapper is a total phenom - his beats are fire!
• The startup company's rapid growth is a phenom in the tech industry.

noun a forward movement; progress in knowledge, technology, etc.

• The advancements in technology have greatly improved our daily lives.
• Have you seen the latest advancements in smartphone technology?
• Dude, check out the sick advancements in gaming graphics!
• Her advancements in the company were noticeable after she completed her MBA.