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statistical definition

sta·tis·ti·cal (-ti kəl)

adjective

of, having to do with, consisting of, or based on statistics

Etymology: < ModL statisticus, of politics < L status (see state) + -al

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statistical Synonyms

statistical

modif.

mathematical, demographic, arithmetical, analytical.


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statistical Usage Examples

Used with adjective complement

  • include: These include statistical, mapping, graphical, sound, and moving image materials to name a few.

Modifies a noun

  • analysis: The focus here is on the detailed statistical analysis of the survey results.

Modifying Another Word

  • purely: The winners are chosen on a purely statistical basis following an analysis of all the results in each category.

Preposition: in

  • nature: The service is also wholly responsible for sponsored research which is essentially statistical in nature.
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