observational
based on watching and recording
based on carefully watching and recording what happens
observational [data/study/research/method/evidence]
- The report is based on observational data collected in hospitals over ten years.
- In an observational study, researchers record what happens without assigning people to treatment groups.
- The team combined interviews with observational methods to understand how customers used the product.
- The scientists used observational data from many schools.
- This was an observational study, not an experiment.
using careful noticing
based on noticing small details about people or everyday life
observational [humor/comedy/writing/skills]
- Her observational humor turns small everyday moments into sharp jokes.
- The course helps students develop observational drawing skills.
- The novel is full of precise observational detail about family life.
- He is famous for observational comedy.
- Good nurses need strong observational skills.
- Base: observational
observational astronomy
1astronomy based on observations
A part of astronomy that focuses on watching the sky and recording what we see with telescopes and instruments.
- Advances in observational astronomy have revealed thousands of exoplanets.
- Radio telescopes play a key role in modern observational astronomy.
observational astronomy
1astronomy using direct observations
astronomy based on looking at and measuring objects in space
- New telescope technology has transformed observational astronomy.
- She studies galaxy formation through observational astronomy.
- Observational astronomy depends on precise instruments and clear data.
observational comedy
1comedy about everyday details
comedy based on funny things people notice in everyday life
- His observational comedy focuses on awkward conversations at work.
- The show mixes political jokes with observational comedy about parenting.
- Good observational comedy makes the audience think, “That happens to me too.”
observational data
1data from observing events
information gathered by watching and recording what happens
- The model was trained using observational data from weather stations.
- Observational data showed that people walked more when sidewalks were improved.
- The researchers compared survey responses with observational data collected in clinics.
observational learning
1learning by watching others
learning something by watching someone else do it
- Children often develop social habits through observational learning.
- The training program uses demonstration and observational learning before hands-on practice.
- Bandura’s experiments helped make observational learning a central idea in psychology.
observational research
1research based on observation
research where people watch and record real behavior or events
- The company used observational research to see how shoppers moved through the store.
- Observational research is useful when experiments would be too costly or unethical.
- Her work combines interviews, surveys, and observational research.
observational skills
1ability to notice details
the ability to notice important details
- Police officers need strong observational skills.
- The exercise is designed to improve students’ observational skills.
- Her observational skills helped her notice a small change in the patient’s behavior.
observational study
1study without intervention
a study where researchers watch or collect information but do not change what people do
- The link was found in an observational study, so it does not prove cause and effect.
- They conducted an observational study of sleep patterns in teenagers.
- Observational studies can reveal trends that would be hard or unethical to test in a lab.