analysis — the detailed examination of the elements or structure of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the detailed examination of the elements or structure of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈnæləsɪs/
Example Sentences
- My analysis of why I failed the exam: I spent more time analyzing than actually studying.
- The financial analysis showed the company was spending too much on coffee.
- Blood analysis is essential for accurate medical diagnosis.
analysis
NOUN[/əˈnæləsɪs/]
the detailed examination of the elements or structure of something
The detective breaks down every clue through careful analysis at the crime scene.
The detective's analysis of every clue led to the correct conclusion. (A CLUE + EYES → careful examination of clues = analysis)
After careful analysis, she realized the main idea and summarized it clearly.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Ancient Greek, meaning 'to loosen' or 'to break down.' It originally described the process of unraveling or decomposing something complex into simpler, constituent parts for examination.
Breakdown
ana- (up, back) + -lysis (loosening, dissolution). The prefix ana- means 'up' or 'back,' while lysis comes from the Greek root lyein, meaning 'to loosen' or 'to dissolve.'
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📝Examples
“My analysis of why I failed the exam: I spent more time analyzing than actually studying.”
“The financial analysis showed the company was spending too much on coffee.”
“Blood analysis is essential for accurate medical diagnosis.”
“The market analysis predicted strong growth in the technology sector.”
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