finding

/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/
noun
  1. A discovery or conclusion reached after investigation or study.
    • The committee's findings showed that the new policy improved student performance.
    • The scientist published her findings in a medical journal.
    • Archaeologists shared their findings about the ancient city at the conference.
  2. A decision or verdict made by a judge, jury, or official body.
    • The court's finding was based on evidence presented during the trial.
    • The jury's finding of not guilty surprised the courtroom.
    • The judge issued a finding that the company had violated safety regulations.
verb
  1. The act of discovering or locating something (gerund form of 'find').
    • Finding a parking spot in this neighborhood is nearly impossible.
    • Finding the right words to say can be difficult in an emotional moment.
    • She enjoys finding rare books at flea markets.
  2. The act of experiencing or realizing something (gerund form of 'find').
    • He had trouble finding peace after the long journey.
    • Many people struggle with finding meaning in their work.
    • Finding joy in small things is a key to happiness.