analytical

Word parts

analytic + -al

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ɪ.kəl/ or [ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ɪ.kɫ̩]
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ə.kəl/ or [ˌæn.əˈlɪɾ.ə.kɫ̩]
• (AU) IPA ^(key): /ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ɪ.kəl/ or [ˌæn.əˈlɪɾ.ɪ.kɫ̩]

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Adjective

Positive analytical

Comparative more analytical

Superlative most analytical

1. When someone is analytical, that person is skilled in using analysis.
2. An analytical method or technique breaks down an object or idea into its smaller parts.

   The old analytical approach to science was done, and a new approach is needed.

   The analytical techniques of websites like Google can find very detailed information.

Related words

• analysis