detection

noun

de·​tec·​tion di-ˈtek-shən 

1

: the act of detecting : the state or fact of being detected

2

: the process of demodulating

Synonyms

• discovery

Examples of detection in a Sentence

I don't know how the errors managed to avoid detection for so long.

my detection of the scent of baked apple pie led me to the kitchen

Recent Examples on the Web

Several observational studies have recently reported possible detections, but none are yet confirmed with high confidence. —Luke Keller, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025

This is only the second of its kind detection, making Sh 2-283-1a SMM1 an especially valuable target. —Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025

The alleged crimes include torture and mutilation, and Heuermann allegedly took notes on the crimes, the targets and measures to avoid detection. —Michael Ruiz , Jennifer Johnson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025

The hope is that early detection of problems can lead to fewer derailments in the future, for East Palestine and the rest of the country. —Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing detection

• escape detection
• evade detection

Rhymes for detection

• abjection
• advection
• affection
• bijection
• bisection
• collection
• complexion
• confection
• connection
• connexion
• convection
• correction