analytical
Able to think about something in a careful, logical way by breaking it into smaller parts.
Describing a person, mind, or way of thinking that carefully breaks complex things into parts and uses logic to understand or explain them.
Describing work or reports that study information or data in a careful, detailed way.
Describing work, methods, or documents that focus on carefully examining information or data to reach explanations, insights, or conclusions.
Connected with the part of chemistry that tests what substances are made of and how much of each part they contain.
Relating to the branch of chemistry that identifies and measures the components of substances, or to equipment, methods, and materials used for that purpose.
In math and science, describing a method that gives an exact formula, not just an approximate number from a computer.
In mathematics, physics, or engineering, describing solutions or methods that use mathematical analysis to give exact formulas or expressions, rather than approximate or purely numerical results.
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analytical ability
1how strong someone's analytical skills are
How good a person is at thinking in a careful, logical, and detailed way.
- The job requires high analytical ability and attention to detail.
- Her analytical ability makes her an excellent data scientist.
analytical approach
1method based on detailed analysis
A way of doing something that uses careful, step‑by‑step thinking and study of the facts.
- We need an analytical approach to understand why sales are falling.
- Her analytical approach helped simplify a very complicated issue.
analytical chemistry
1branch of chemistry for analyzing substances
The part of chemistry that studies what substances are made of and how much of each part they contain.
- He is doing his PhD in analytical chemistry.
- Analytical chemistry plays a key role in environmental testing.
analytical data
1data that result from analysis
Information that comes from tests or careful study, especially in science or business.
- The analytical data confirmed that the product met safety standards.
- All analytical data must be stored for at least five years.
analytical framework
1structured model for analyzing something
A structured set of ideas and rules that helps you study and understand a problem or situation.
- The book proposes an analytical framework for studying social change.
- We used a simple analytical framework to compare the two policies.
analytical method
1procedure used to analyze samples or data
A specific way or set of steps used to study and measure something.
- We validated a new analytical method for testing water quality.
- Different analytical methods can give slightly different results.
analytical mind
1a naturally logical and careful mind
A mind that naturally likes to look at details and use logic to understand things.
- She has an analytical mind and enjoys complex challenges.
- An analytical mind is a big advantage in scientific research.
analytical model
1mathematical or logical analysis model
A mathematical or logical system that helps you study and predict how something works.
- We built an analytical model to estimate future demand.
- The analytical model is based on several simplifying assumptions.
analytical process
1step-by-step procedure of analysis
A series of steps where you carefully study and think about information.
- Problem-solving often involves an analytical process of defining, exploring, and testing ideas.
- They described the analytical process they used to reach their conclusions.
analytical report
1report that explains results of analysis
A written document that studies information carefully and explains the results.
- The consultant prepared an analytical report on customer feedback.
- An analytical report should not only describe the data but also explain it.
analytical skills
1ability to think logically and in detail
The ability to understand problems or information by breaking them into parts and thinking about them carefully and logically.
- Employers often look for candidates with strong analytical skills.
- The course is designed to develop students' analytical skills.
- Her analytical skills helped the team find the real cause of the issue.
analytical solution
1exact mathematical solution in formula form
An exact answer to a math or science problem that can be written as a clear formula.
- There is no simple analytical solution to this equation.
- We used a computer to find an approximate result because an analytical solution is not possible.
analytical technique
1specific technical method for analysis
A special scientific way of testing or studying something, such as a sample in a lab.
- Chromatography is a common analytical technique in chemistry.
- The lab uses several analytical techniques to check product quality.
analytical thinking
1a logical, step-by-step way of thinking
A way of thinking that breaks big problems into smaller parts and looks at them step by step.
- Analytical thinking is essential for work in finance and IT.
- The test is designed to measure analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
analytical tool
1tool used to analyze data or information
A method or piece of software that helps you study and understand information.
- The company uses several analytical tools to track website traffic.
- This spreadsheet is a simple but powerful analytical tool.