Word
statistical
Phoneticssta·tis·ti·cal, stress on the second syllable
US/stəˈtɪstɪkəɫ/
UK/stɐtˈɪstɪkəl/
Statistics
Definition
adj. related to the study of numbers and data. You use this to describe information that comes from counting or measuring things to find a pattern.
adj. relating to the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data. Often used to describe the mathematical probability or significance of a specific outcome.
Examples
“The report provides a statistical analysis of the local economy.”
“Researchers found a statistical link between high sugar consumption and the development of certain health conditions.”
“While the raw numbers appeared promising, the lead scientist warned that the sample size was too small to achieve statistical significance in a peer-reviewed journal.”
Examples
simple
“The report provides a statistical analysis of the local economy.”
contextual
“Researchers found a statistical link between high sugar consumption and the development of certain health conditions.”
complex
“While the raw numbers appeared promising, the lead scientist warned that the sample size was too small to achieve statistical significance in a peer-reviewed journal.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “statistical” in context.
Adjective
01. statistical analysis
“The researchers performed a detailed statistical analysis to interpret the survey results.”
adj + noun
02. statistical association
“The study found a strong statistical association between exercise and mental health.”
adj + noun
03. statistical comparison
“A statistical comparison of the two groups revealed no major differences in behavior.”
adj + noun
04. statistical data
“The government released new statistical data regarding unemployment rates.”
adj + noun
05. statistical difference
“There was no statistical difference between the control group and the test group.”
adj + noun
06. statistical evidence
“There is little statistical evidence to support the claim that the policy is working.”
adj + noun
07. statistical information
“The report provides statistical information on population growth in urban areas.”
adj + noun
08. statistical method
“Choosing the correct statistical method is crucial for obtaining accurate results.”
adj + noun
09. statistical model
“Economists use a complex statistical model to predict future market trends.”
adj + noun
10. statistical package
“Most social scientists use a specialized statistical package like SPSS for their research.”
adj + noun
11. statistical models
12. merit statistical
Usage
Typically precedes the noun it modifies; frequently collocates with 'analysis', 'significance', or 'evidence'.
Real-World Examples
“However, that individual result did not reach statistical significance.” “The statistical models accounted for age, sex, income, and education.” Etymology
From statistic + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
Idioms
01. statistical tie
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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