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statistic

stuh-TIHS-tihk

Statistic (noun) means a single numerical fact drawn from a larger study or set of data. Example: “One alarming statistic showed that unemployment had doubled.”

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noun

A single numerical fact drawn from a larger study or set of data.

"One alarming statistic showed that unemployment had doubled."

How to use statistic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishOne piece of numerical data from a bigger data set.

Common mistake

Statistic is singular (one number or fact); statistics is the plural, or the whole academic field.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

statisticked past tense, statistics plural, statistics singular

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One alarming _____ showed that unemployment had doubled.

Etymology

Formed as a back-formation from the plural noun statistics.

Synonyms

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reduced to item of information

Rhymes for statistic

holistic sadistic artistic autistic logistic heuristic realistic ballistic hedonistic linguistic futuristic optimistic

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Frequently asked questions

What does “statistic” mean?

The word “statistic” means a single numerical fact drawn from a larger study or set of data. In plain terms, one piece of numerical data from a bigger data set.

How do you pronounce “statistic”?

“Statistic” is pronounced stuh-TIHS-tihk (/stəˈtɪs.tɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “statistic” in a sentence?

Here is “statistic” used in a sentence: “One alarming statistic showed that unemployment had doubled.”

What is another word for “statistic”?

Words with a similar meaning to “statistic” include reduced to item of information.

What part of speech is “statistic”?

“Statistic” is a noun.

Is “statistic” a common word?

“Statistic” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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