empirical — based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈpɪrɪkəl/
Korean meaning: 이론이나 논리보다는 관찰이나 경험에 바탕을 둔
Korean pronunciation: 임-피-리-컬 (강세: 피)
Example Sentences
- My mom's empirical research on teenage behavior involves hiding behind doors and spying on us.
- The doctor's treatment was based on empirical evidence rather than guesswork.
- His empirical approach to cooking means he tastes everything 50 times before serving.
empirical
ADJECTIVE//ɪmˈpɪrɪkəl//
based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
Based on observation and experience
Em the pirate calls for careful observation - empirical!
When clerical theory meets empirical lyrical!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'empirikos' meaning 'experienced' or 'practiced,' derived from 'empeiria' (experience). The word entered English through Latin and Medieval scientific terminology, where it came to denote knowledge gained through practical experience rather than theoretical reasoning.
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📝Examples
“My mom's empirical research on teenage behavior involves hiding behind doors and spying on us.”
“The doctor's treatment was based on empirical evidence rather than guesswork.”
“His empirical approach to cooking means he tastes everything 50 times before serving.”
“The study provided empirical support for the new education policy.”
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