1. to find or learn something for the first time
2. to be the first person to find a place or thing
3. to realize or become aware of something

Examples

• Scientists discovered a new species of butterfly in the rainforest.
• She discovered her talent for painting in high school.
• Columbus discovered America in 1492.
• I discovered that the store was closed when I arrived.
• The archaeologists discovered ancient pottery buried in the site.
• He discovered his keys under the couch cushions.
• The detective discovered important evidence at the crime scene.