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landmark finding

[ˈlændmɑːrk ˈfaɪndɪŋ]
nounpl: landmark findings
descoberta marcante
1. A significant, groundbreaking discovery or result that marks an important turning point in research, science, medicine, or knowledge
The landmark finding that DNA carries genetic information revolutionized biology.
A descoberta marcante de que o DNA carrega informações genéticas revolucionou a biologia.
2. A notable or unprecedented result in a study, investigation, or scientific research that has substantial impact
The recent landmark finding in quantum physics opened new possibilities for technology.
A recente descoberta marcante na física quântica abriu novas possibilidades para a tecnologia.
Synonyms
breakthrough findinggroundbreaking discoverypivotal resultmajor discoveryseminal finding
Antonyms
trivial findinginsignificant resultminor discovery

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descoberta marcante
Most commonly used in academic and scientific contexts
General Brazilian
achado importante
Alternative medical/research context
Portugal
descoberta significativa
Preferred in European Portuguese scientific publications
Portugal
achado de relevo
Alternative formal expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

a watershed moment in science
a game-changing discovery
break new ground
turn the tide in research
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