scatterplot — A graph that uses dots to represent values for two different numeric variables, with the position of each dot on the horizontal and vertical axis indicating values for an individual data point
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A graph that uses dots to represent values for two different numeric variables, with the position of each dot on the horizontal and vertical axis indicating values for an individual data point
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskætərplɑːt/
Example Sentences
- The teacher used a scatterplot to show that students who eat more ice cream actually get lower grades in winter.
- The scatterplot revealed an unexpected pattern in customer purchasing behavior during full moon nights.
- Scientists created a scatterplot to analyze the relationship between coffee consumption and productivity.
scatterplot
NOUN[/ˈskætərplɑːt/]
A graph that uses dots to represent values for two different numeric variables, with the position of each dot on the horizontal and vertical axis indicating values for an individual data point
Dots showing data relationships
One bright spot reveals the hidden plot!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Scatterplot is a modern English compound formed from scatter (meaning to spread or disperse) and plot (meaning a graphical representation). The term emerged from the visual characteristic of data points appearing dispersed or scattered across a graph, creating a pattern that resembles scattered distribution rather than a continuous line.
Breakdown
scatter (to disperse or spread widely) + plot (a graphical diagram or chart) = a diagram displaying data points scattered across two axes to show the relationship between two variables.
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📝Examples
“The teacher used a scatterplot to show that students who eat more ice cream actually get lower grades in winter.”
“The scatterplot revealed an unexpected pattern in customer purchasing behavior during full moon nights.”
“Scientists created a scatterplot to analyze the relationship between coffee consumption and productivity.”
“The scatterplot clearly demonstrates the correlation between hours of sleep and exam performance.”
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