C1 Level Wordlist - Scholarly Research

Here you will learn some English words about scholarly research, such as "empirical", "correlate", "qualitative", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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detectable [adjective]

able to be noticed or discovered

Ex: The error in the document was not immediately detectable to the untrained eye .

empirical [adjective]

based upon observations or experiments instead of theories or ideas

Ex: The study aimed to provide empirical evidence for the effectiveness of the new drug .

experimental [adjective]

relating to or involving scientific experiments, especially those designed to test hypotheses or explore new ideas

Ex: The experimental research project explored the impact of social media on teenagers ' self-esteem .

preliminary [adjective]

occurring before a more important thing, particularly as an act of introduction

Ex: We conducted a preliminary survey to gather information about the market .

qualitative [adjective]

related to or involving quality of something, not numbers or amounts

Ex: The qualitative assessment of customer feedback revealed common themes and concerns .

quantitative [adjective]

related to or involving numbers or amounts, not quality

Ex: The quantitative research method involved surveys with numerical data to measure customer satisfaction .

scholarly [adjective]

related to or involving serious academic study

Ex: A scholarly conference provides a platform for researchers to present their latest findings and engage in academic discourse .

theoretical [adjective]

relating to or based on theory or logical reasoning rather than practical experience or application

Ex: She had strong theoretical knowledge of design principles but limited portfolio of realized architectural works .

to correlate [verb]

to be closely connected or have mutual effects

Ex: In economic research , unemployment rates often correlate with changes in consumer spending patterns .

to disprove [verb]

to show that something is false or incorrect

Ex: She presented evidence to disprove the accusations against her .

to self-report [verb]

to freely provide information about oneself, often related to personal experiences, behaviors, etc.

Ex:

to verify [verb]

to examine the truth or accuracy of something

Ex: Jane had to verify her identity with a photo ID at the bank .

apparatus [noun]

tools or machines that are designed for a specific purpose

Ex: The surgical apparatus was sterilized before the operation to prevent infections .

carbon dating [noun]

a method used for measuring how old an organic material is by calculating the amount of carbon they contain

Ex: Through carbon dating , archaeologists were able to confirm the timeline of the early human settlement .

clinical trial [noun]

a controlled scientific experiment in which the effectiveness and safety of a medical treatment is measured by testing it on people

Ex: The results of the clinical trial will determine if the treatment can be approved for widespread use .

control [noun]

someone or something that is used as a standard of comparison in a scientific experiment to evaluate the results

Ex: In scientific research , having a reliable control is essential for drawing accurate conclusions .

guinea pig [noun]

someone on whom scientific experiments are tested

Ex: Using students as guinea pigs for educational experiments without their consent is unethical .

pseudoscience [noun]

a set of practices or beliefs that are claimed to be scientific when in reality they have no scientific basis

Ex: Pseudosciences like phrenology have been discredited over time for lacking scientific rigor .

subject [noun]

someone or something on which a study or experiment is performed

Ex: The study 's subjects were asked to complete a series of surveys about their dietary habits .

treatise [noun]

a long and formal piece of writing about a specific subject

Ex: Her treatise on environmental sustainability influenced policy makers worldwide .

abstract [noun]

a brief summary that presents the key points of a book, speech, etc.

Ex: The conference organizers requested that all presenters submit an abstract of their research papers .

thesis [noun]

a statement that someone presents as a topic to be argued or examined

Ex: The scientist proposed the thesis that the presence of a certain enzyme is correlated with the development of the disease .

literature [noun]

writings or books on a specific subject

Ex: The course syllabus includes literature on classical literature and its influence on modern literature .

citation [noun]

a line or sentence taken from a book or speech

Ex: The historian 's work is meticulously researched , with each fact supported by a citation .

limitation [noun]

(usually plural) anything that limits something

Ex: The athlete 's injury imposed limitations on their ability to participate in the competition .

methodology [noun]

a series of methods by which a certain subject is studied or a particular activity is done

Ex: The methodology section of the report detailed the steps taken to analyze the findings .

randomization [noun]

an arrangement done in an intentionally random manner to yield unbiased results

Ex: Researchers used computer software to facilitate randomization of experimental conditions .

parameter [noun]

a limit that controls or defines how something should be done

Ex: The instructor provided clear parameters for the essay assignment , specifying the word count and topic .

peer review [noun]

an assessment made of a scientific or academic research by people who are engaged in the same subject area

Ex: Researchers rely on peer review to receive constructive feedback on their work from experts in the field .

dissemination [noun]

the action of spreading information or news

Ex: Digital platforms have revolutionized the dissemination of artistic creations , allowing artists to reach a global audience .

C1 Level Wordlist
Animals	Appearance	Digital Communication	Movies
Foods and Ingredients	Advice and Suggestion	The Human Anatomy	Buildings and Construction
Human Attributes	Time	Fundamental Verbs	Shapes and Colors
Computer Science	Bonds and Relationships	Fashion and Attire	Writing and Narrative
Language Components	News and Network	Weather Conditions	Shopping
Education	Integral Verbs	Business and Management	Achievement and Progress
Agreement and Disagreement	Personal Traits	Music	Law and Order
The Environment	Sickness	Struggles and Setbacks	Politics
Essential Verbs	Feelings	Science	Transportation
Stationery and Office Supplies	Working Life	Dialogue and Discourse	Hobbies and Activities
Identity and Society	Religion	Dishes and Dinning	Vital Verbs
Adjectives	Permission or Obligation	Job Titles	Scholarly Research
Geography	Cooking	Military	Persuasion and Discourse
Plants and Vegetation	Art	Crucial Verbs	Trust and Uncertainty
Health	Decisions and Accountability	Risks	Money and Finance
Changes and Impacts	Astronomy	Law and Criminality	Mathematics
Adverbs	Travel	History and Artifacts