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Quantitative

Verb / ˈkwɑ:ntɪˌteɪtɪv / Another word for quantitative — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to, measuring, or measured by the quantity of something rather than its quality

Synonyms & similar words

qualitative syllabic numerical statistical measurable quantifiable countable calculable proportional dimensional mathematical precise exact rigorous systematic structured organized ordered logical analytical empirical objective

Synonyms by register

Formal

numerical measurable statistical computational

Informal

number-based how much how many

Antonyms

qualitative descriptive subjective nonnumerical unquantifiable immeasurable

Common collocations

  • quantitative analysis
  • quantitative research
  • quantitative data
  • quantitative easing
  • quantitative measure
  • quantitative assessment
  • quantitative approach

Word family

noun quantity
adverb quantitatively

Usage note

Often contrasted with 'qualitative', 'quantitative' refers to things that can be measured or expressed in numbers. It is commonly used in academic and scientific contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The student used a quantitative approach to solve the math problem.
  2. The company analyzed quantitative data to determine their sales figures.
  3. The researcher collected quantitative data by measuring the length of the objects.
  4. Quantitative research is important in the field of science.
  5. The professor taught us how to conduct a quantitative analysis.

Quotes

  • The value of an idea lies in the using of it. Quantitative and qualitative research are complementary and equally important.
  • The quantitative approach to estimating the probability of a failure already has a proven track record.
  • The quantitative mind is essential for innovation.

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