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to discover
01
to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about
Transitive: to discover something previously unknown
Examples
By the time we got there, they had already discovered the ancient ruins.
The team discovered a new energy source that could revolutionize the industry.
02
to find something unexpectedly or accidentally
Transitive: to discover sth
Examples
While exploring the attic, I discovered an old box filled with vintage photographs.
They are hiking through the dense forest, discovering hidden trails and stunning natural beauty along the way.
03
to become aware or gain information by chance
Transitive: to discover sth | to discover that
Examples
He discovered the truth about the rumors only after hearing both sides of the story.
I discovered a hidden talent for painting when I picked up a brush for the first time.
04
to find out about or realize the existence, presence, or fact of something
Transitive: to discover an activity or interest
Examples
After trying painting, he discovered a hidden talent for art.
After joining a dance class, they discovered a passion for it.
05
to reveal something to the public, especially a secret
Transitive: to discover a secret
Examples
After years of investigation, the truth finally comes to light as the detective discovers a secret conspiracy, unveiling it to the public.
The leaked documents discovered a covert government program, bringing to light a secret operation hidden from public knowledge.
06
to see or experience something for the first time
Transitive: to discover sth
Examples
Christopher Columbus is credited with discovering America, even though others had already reached it.
She was the first to discover the hidden cave behind the waterfall.
Lexical Tree
discoverable
rediscover
discover
cover
