confirmedresearch
nounUK /kənˈfɜːmd rɪˈsɜːtʃ/
US /kənˈfɜːrmd ˈriːsɜːrtʃ/
Research that has been checked and proven to be true.
The scientist shared confirmed research about how plants grow.
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2. A study whose results have been repeated and agreed on by other scientists.
The team published confirmed research after three separate trials.
3. Information that has been double-checked before being shared.
The teacher only uses confirmed research in her lessons.
4. A report that has passed a careful review by experts.
The confirmed research was approved by the review board.