analysis
Translation
analysis, examination
Examples
The report provides a detailed analysis of the data.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the data.
Further analysis is required to confirm the results.
Further analysis is required to confirm the results.
Grammar Patterns
an analysis ((of sth.)) a detailed examination of the elements or structure of (sth.) The book is an analysis of poverty and its causes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: examination, study, investigation
Etymology
From Greek `ana-` ('up, throughout') + `lysis` ('a loosening'). The core idea is 'to break up' something into its parts to study it.
Memory Tips
Think of breaking a complex problem into smaller, 'analyzable' parts. Note the irregular plural: analyses.