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analytic — using a logical method of thinking about something in order to understand it, especially by looking at all the parts separately

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: using a logical method of thinking about something in order to understand it, especially by looking at all the parts separately

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌænəˈlɪtɪk/

Example Sentences

  • His analytic mind couldn't understand why people buy expensive coffee when instant coffee exists.
  • The detective's analytic approach helped solve the mysterious case.
  • She used analytic skills to figure out why her houseplant kept dying every month.

analytic

ADJECTIVE

[/ˌænəˈlɪtɪk/]

using a logical method of thinking about something in order to understand it, especially by looking at all the parts separately

a detective carefully examines multiple pieces of evidence laid out separately on a large table. She uses a magnifying glass to study each item individually before making notes. The evidence includes fingerprint cards, fabric samples, and photographs arranged in organized groups. She connects different clues by drawing lines between related items on a investigation board. Her assistant watches as she methodically breaks down the complex case into smaller, manageable parts. Other lab technicians work with microscopes and testing equipment in the background.  using a logical method of thinking about something in order to understand it, especially by looking at all the parts separately
💡 Concept

a detective carefully examines multiple pieces of evidence laid out separately on a large table. She uses a magnifying glass to study each item individually before making notes. The evidence includes fingerprint cards, fabric samples, and photographs arranged in organized groups. She connects different clues by drawing lines between related items on a investigation board. Her assistant watches as she methodically breaks down the complex case into smaller, manageable parts. Other lab technicians work with microscopes and testing equipment in the background. using a logical method of thinking about something in order to understand it, especially by looking at all the parts separately

The analytic critic studies the classic masterpiece!
🎵 Rhyme

The analytic critic studies the classic masterpiece!

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˌænəˈlɪtɪk/
🇬🇧 UK/ˌænəˈlɪtɪk/

🌳Etymology

Prefixana--
Rootlyt
Suffix--ic

Origin

Derived from Greek analytikos, which evolved from analyein (to unloose or resolve). The term originally referred to the philosophical practice of breaking down complex concepts into smaller, constituent parts for understanding.

Breakdown

ana- (up, back) + -lysis (loosening, dissolution) + -tic (adjective suffix forming an adjective denoting relation or quality).

🎵Rhyme

critic
mystic
classic

🔗Collocations

analytic thinking
analytic approach
analytic skills
analytic method
analytic philosophy
analytic geometry

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

“His analytic mind couldn't understand why people buy expensive coffee when instant coffee exists.”

“The detective's analytic approach helped solve the mysterious case.”

😄 Fun example

“She used analytic skills to figure out why her houseplant kept dying every month.”

“Students need to develop analytic thinking for academic success.”

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