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Statistical

UK /["/stəˈtɪstɪkl/"]/US /["/stəˈtɪstɪkl/"]/

Definition

connected with or based on statistics

In simple words: Relating to numbers and data analysis.

Examples

  • statistical analysis

Usage notes

Commonly used in academic and scientific contexts to describe methods or principles involving data analysis. Avoid in casual conversation unless discussing a relevant topic.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'stats' for statistics; both involve numbers.

Collocations

  • statistical analysis
  • statistical significance
  • statistical methods
  • statistical data
  • statistical model

Synonyms

  • numeric
  • quantitative
  • data-based
  • analytical
  • probabilistic

Antonyms

  • non-statistical
  • anecdotal

Common mistakes

  • 'Statistical' is often confused with 'statistic' which is a single data point.
  • 'Statistical' is sometimes incorrectly used in informal contexts where simpler words like 'number' would fit.