Observation

/ɒbzəvˈe‍ɪʃən/

/ˌɑbzɝˈveɪʃən/

Observation

the process or action of carefully watching a thing or person, often for learning something about them

synonyms : observance

the act of making and recording a measurement

the act of noticing or paying attention

synonyms : notice

facts learned by observing

a remark expressing careful consideration

synonyms : reflection

Examples

1. I watched the planes take off and land from the observation deck at the airport.

2. I enjoy conducting experiments and making observations in science class.

3. Just making observations.

4. Later observations showed ice in south pole craters as well.