adj Common

analytical

an-uh-LIHT-ih-kuhl

Analytical (adj) means skilled at or relating to breaking problems down logically and examining them carefully. Example: “She has a very analytical mind and spots patterns quickly.”

adj

Skilled at or relating to breaking problems down logically and examining them carefully.

"She has a very analytical mind and spots patterns quickly."

"The job requires strong analytical skills."

How to Use Analytical

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGood at examining things logically, step by step.

Common pairings

analytical skills analytical thinking an analytical approach

Word Forms

more analytical comparative, most analytical superlative

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Rhymes for analytical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “analytical” mean?

The word “analytical” means skilled at or relating to breaking problems down logically and examining them carefully. In plain terms, good at examining things logically, step by step.

How do you pronounce “analytical”?

“Analytical” is pronounced an-uh-LIHT-ih-kuhl (/ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ɪ.kəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “analytical” in a sentence?

Here is “analytical” used in a sentence: “She has a very analytical mind and spots patterns quickly.”

What part of speech is “analytical”?

“Analytical” is an adjective.

Is “analytical” a common word?

“Analytical” is a fairly common word in modern English.