observational (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌɒbzəˈveɪʃənl/
Definition
Based on or involving the act of watching something carefully in order to get information.
Examples
The study was purely observational, with no experiments conducted.
Researchers gathered observational data on children's play habits.
An observational approach is often the first step in scientific inquiry.
How to Use observational
- observational study (collocation)
- A type of research that involves observing subjects in their natural environment without intervention. — "The observational study revealed a strong correlation between exercise and mood."
- observational data (collocation)
- Information gathered by watching and recording events or behaviors. — "The team analyzed the observational data to identify patterns."
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