Empirisch
Example: Die empirischen Daten bestätigen unsere Theorie eindeutig.
Definition
"Empirisch" describes something based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic, often referring to data or evidence gathered through experiments or practical investigation, as in the phrase 'Die empirischen Daten bestätigen unsere Theorie eindeutig.'
Etymology
The word "empirisch" comes from the Greek word 'empeiria,' meaning experience. It entered German through Latin 'empiricus,' referring to knowledge gained by experience rather than theoretical deduction. Did you know? The term emphasizes reliance on practical evidence over abstract reasoning.
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