Empirical
9 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Based on observation, experience, or experiment rather than theory or pure logic. Empirical evidence is derived from actual data and real-world testing.
“The researchers used empirical methods to test their hypothesis in controlled laboratory conditions.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪmˈpɪrɪkəl/
Syllables
em·pir·i·cal
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Contains common vowels E, I, A; watch for the double occurrence of I in positions 4 and 7
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Scrabble
Worth 17 points; the C (3pts) on a double letter score maximises value
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