detection
12 synonyms for detection, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act or process of discovering something hidden, disguised, or not previously known.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use detection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
early detection
fraud detection
escape detection
Etymology
From Latin detectio, from detegere, "to uncover".
Full origin of detection →Frequently asked questions
What does “detection” mean?
The word “detection” means the act or process of discovering something hidden, disguised, or not previously known. In plain terms, the process of finding or noticing something that was hidden or unknown.
How do you pronounce “detection”?
“Detection” is pronounced dih-TEHK-shuhn (/dɪˈtɛk.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “detection” in a sentence?
Here is “detection” used in a sentence: “Early detection greatly improves cancer survival rates.”
What is another word for “detection”?
Words with a similar meaning to “detection” include demodulation.
What part of speech is “detection”?
“Detection” is a noun.
Where does the word “detection” come from?
The word “detection” comes from Latin. From Latin detectio, from detegere, "to uncover".
Is “detection” a common word?
“Detection” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between detection and discovery?
Detection is the act or process of discovering something hidden, disguised, or not previously known, and it usually implies deliberate searching or monitoring, often with instruments. Discovery is the broader word for finding anything new, from a fact to a continent. Fraud detection is a process; the discovery of fraud is the result.
