empirical
/ɪmˈpɪrɪk(ə)l/
em · pir · i · cal
ɪm · ˈpɪr · ɪ · k(ə)l
English Definition
adj. based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
Significado en Español
empírico
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
thực nghiệm, dựa trên kinh nghiệm
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
empir(Experience)+ical(adjective suffix)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “empirical”?
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A
theoretical
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B
observational
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C
hypothetical
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D
imaginary
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B — observational.
“empirical” means adj. based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
Common questions about “empirical”
What does “empirical” mean?
empirical — adj. based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic. In Chinese: 经验的, 以观察或实验为基础的.
How do you pronounce “empirical”?
empirical is pronounced /ɪmˈpɪrɪk(ə)l/. It breaks into 4 syllables: em · pir · i · cal.
Is “empirical” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. empirical appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “empirical”?
empir(Experience)+ical(adjective suffix)
