adjective

observational

ob-zuh-VAY-shuh-nuhl

adjective

Relating to watching and recording, especially in science.

"The study relied on observational data rather than lab experiments."

How to Use Observational

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBased on watching and recording rather than controlled testing.

Common pairings

observational study observational comedy

more observational comparative, most observational superlative

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The study relied on _____ data rather than lab experiments.

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