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Word of the Day Tuesday, January 26, 2027

empirical

/ɛmˈpɪrɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does empirical mean?

adjective

Based on or concerned with observation or experience; not theoretical or hypothetical. Derived from observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.

Example

"The empirical evidence suggested that the new policy was effective."

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