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empirical

adjective

ɪmˈpɪr.ɪ.kəl

Meaning

Based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.

Based on observation and experience rather than theory.

Scientific research relies on empirical evidence.

The study is based on empirical data rather than assumptions.

observational, experimental, practical

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observational, experimental, practical

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experimental, practical, observational

theoretical, hypothetical, speculative

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theoretical, hypothetical, speculative

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theoretical, hypothetical, speculative

Complaining in a whining or irritable manner.

Impossible to subdue or defeat.

Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.

playfully unusual or fanciful; unpredictable

Based on or using algorithms; relating to mathematical rules or procedures.

Involving or characterized by complex rules and procedures that can delay the achievement of goals.