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survey

survey

580 3.1
A short summary that describes the main events or points
  • noun
  • /ˈsɜrˌveɪ/
translation icon : visión general
  • In 2005, my column offered a country-by-country survey of religion in the Middle East.

Examples

  • - Survey after survey shows... that after people buy, they feel guilty.

  • In preparation for our fun race today, we conducted a small survey.

  • You talk in your book about the largest survey ever.

  • A survey of French literature for American students.

  • In this article, findings from a national survey of social service managers are described.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Some respondents provided answers for a portion of the survey but did not complete it.

    Academic text (2011)
  • This is reflected in a ton of surveys and polling data as well.

  • A total of 1,543 people completed the survey for a completion rate of 62%.

    Academic text (2011)
  • The latest survey provides an overview of the economic situation in the region.

  • Researchers conducted a survey to gather public opinion on environmental issues.

Synonyms

poll
vssurvey
1.6

A survey that asks people their opinion

is a written descriptive review of events or situations rather than asking people
summary
vssurvey
397 2.7

A short statement giving the main points without details

offers a descriptive review of events or situations rather than only main points
resume
vssurvey
  • US
233 3.9

A short written summary of your education, skills, and work experience

is a general review of events or situations not a personal job record
overview
vssurvey
74 3.8

A short summary of the main points of something

is a shorter descriptive review focusing on events or situations
sketch
vssurvey
56 3.5

A short account that gives the main points about something

gives a fuller descriptive review rather than just a rough outline
recap
vssurvey
52 3.2

A short summary of the main points at the end of a meeting or show

is a general descriptive review not limited to the end of events
synopsis
vssurvey
23 4.7

A short summary of the main points of a book or article

applies to a general review of events or situations rather than texts
brief overview
vssurvey
3 2.6

A short summary of the main points

gives a broader descriptive review of events or a situation
conspectus
vssurvey
  • Formal
9.8

A short summary that gives an overall view of a subject

gives a shorter descriptive review focused on events or a situation

Compounds

exploratory survey
  • Specialized
4.0

A short first study that collects basic information before a larger study

A government group that makes detailed maps of Great Britain

survey mile
  • Specialized
7.5

A U.S. measure of distance equal to 1,609.347 meters used in land surveys

How Detailed

report
1.3
survey
580 3.1
note
1.0

Surface Forms

survey singular
surveys plural

Etymology

Survey comes from the parts super- 'over' and videre 'to see', so it first meant 'a view' or 'looking over'. That is why a survey as a short report is like a quick 'overview' of the main points.