Definition

In a manner that involves watching or observing something carefully to gather information or data.

Example

The scientists studied the behavior of the animals observationally to understand their social interactions.

Conversation

I noticed you watch nature documentaries a lot.

Yeah, I find them really interesting and observationally informative.

I should start watching them too; I love learning about animals.

Definitely! They present information observationally in a way that's easy to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Observationally → It is formed from "observare" (Latin, meaning to watch or pay attention) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "observationally" means in a manner that relates to watching or observing.

Memory Tip

Think of the act of 'watching' ('observare') and how doing so can be described as a way of doing something ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'observationally' refers to the manner of observing.

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