Analysis
/əˈnælɪsɪs/
Definitions
A detailed examination of something, typically involving separating it into its constituent parts
/əˈnælɪsɪs/
Detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.
The blood analysis showed high cholesterol levels.
💡 Simply: Breaking something down to understand it better.
More Examples
His analysis of the poem was insightful and well-researched.
How It's Used
"The analysis of the data revealed a significant correlation."
"A thorough market analysis is crucial for launching a new product."
Idioms & expressions
Cost-benefit analysis
A systematic approach to decision-making that compares the costs and benefits of different options.
"The cost-benefit analysis showed that the new project was financially viable."
From late Middle English: from Old French analyse, from late Latin analysis, from Greek analusis ‘unloosening’, from ana- ‘up, throughout’ + lyein ‘to loosen’.
The word 'analysis' has been used in scientific contexts since the 17th century, gaining wider usage across various disciplines in later periods.
Memory tip
Think 'un-loosening' the parts to understand the whole.
Word Origin
"to break down or loosen"