Simple meaning
What does Empirical mean?
based on observed evidence.
Dictionary definition
based on observation, measurement, or real-world evidence.
Example sentences
Empirical in a sentence
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In class, we used empirical to explain an idea clearly.
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The reading assignment asked students to identify empirical in the passage and explain its role.
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During discussion, the group compared how empirical changed the meaning of the argument in the text.
Synonyms
Words like Empirical
related termA nearby term with a similar idea in academic contexts.
connected ideaUsed when the concept overlaps but is not always identical.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite ideaUseful contrast when meaning goes in a different direction.
unrelated pointUse when there is no meaningful connection or support.
Word family
Empirical word family
Base word
empirical
adjective
empirical
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does empirical mean?
Empirical means based on observed evidence.
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