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analytical

[an-l-it-i-kuhl] / ˌæn lˈɪt ɪ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
examining
Synonyms
STRONGEST
analytic cogent detailed diagnostic interpretive investigative penetrating rational scientific systematic thorough
WEAK
conclusive discrete dissecting explanatory expository inquiring inquisitive judicious logical organized perceptive perspicuous precise problem-solving questioning ratiocinative reasonably searching solid sound studious subtle testing valid
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cursory
WEAK
chaotic disorganized illogical synthetical unsystematic

Example Sentences

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Mass spectrometry dates back to around 1913 and has become one of biology's most important analytical methods.

From Science Daily

"Superficially, he's easy going and diplomatic, but he has a precise, analytical, efficient mind. He's good at seeing the big picture in any situation and how to get things done".

From BBC

The team used a combination of advanced analytical tools including solid phase microextraction, gas chromatography, and high resolution mass spectrometry.

From Science Daily

It doesn’t hurt that basketball itself has undergone an analytical revolution, in which offensive and defensive efficiency is critical.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some of the strategic and analytical things that pertain to matches weren’t really available.

From Los Angeles Times

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