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empirical

adjective / em-PEER-i-kuhl / Medium
Meaning

Based on observation, experiment, or direct evidence rather than theory or pure logic.

Origin / Etymology

From Greek empeirikos, experienced, from empeiria, experience, via Latin empiricus.

Synonyms
evidence-based observed experimental factual
Antonyms
theoretical speculative conjectural hypothetical
Example Sentence
"Sound policy demands empirical evaluation, yet many schemes are scaled up without rigorous impact assessment."
🎯 UPSC Usage

A workhorse term across GS2, GS3, and GS4 answers on evidence-based policy and scientific temper. Use it to argue for data-driven governance, for example, 'empirical evidence from pilot districts should precede a national rollout.'

Relevant Subjects
Science Tech
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