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statistically
stuh-TIHS-tih-kuh-lee
Statistically (adv) means From the point of view of statistics or based on statistical evidence. Example: “Statistically, most car accidents happen close to home.”
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From the point of view of statistics or based on statistical evidence.
"Statistically, what he said is true."
"Data were tested for equiproportionality and Chi-square test associated p-value is reported when the difference is statistically significant."
— , USP2-45 Is a Circadian Clock Output Effector Regulating Calcium Absorption at the Post-Translational Level (2016)
"Statistically, most car accidents happen close to home."
"Statistically, the study was almost worthless."
"The difference between the two groups was not statistically significant."
"Statistically speaking, the larger sample gives us a more reliable result."
How to use statistically
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAccording to statistics or data analysis.
Common pairings
statistically significant
statistically speaking
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Etymology
Formed from statistical plus the adverb ending -ly.
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What does “statistically” mean?
The word “statistically” means from the point of view of statistics or based on statistical evidence. In plain terms, according to statistics or data analysis.
How do you pronounce “statistically”?
“Statistically” is pronounced stuh-TIHS-tih-kuh-lee (/stəˈtɪs.tɪ.kə.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “statistically” in a sentence?
Here is “statistically” used in a sentence: “Statistically, most car accidents happen close to home.”
What part of speech is “statistically”?
“Statistically” is an adverb.
Is “statistically” a common word?
“Statistically” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between statistically and generally?
Statistically means based on statistical evidence or the point of view of statistics, implying data or numerical analysis backs the claim, while generally simply means in most cases without necessarily citing formal evidence. A statistically significant result relies on structured data analysis, whereas a general trend may just reflect casual observation.
What does it mean when something is described as statistically significant?
Describing a result as statistically significant means that, from the point of view of statistics, the pattern observed is unlikely to have occurred by chance based on statistical evidence. This phrase is common in research and data analysis to indicate a finding is backed by rigorous numerical testing.
When should you use statistically instead of just saying the numbers show?
Statistically is a more concise, formal way to indicate a claim is grounded in statistical evidence, often preferred in academic, scientific, or data-driven writing, while the numbers show is a more conversational, informal alternative.
