analytical
|an-a-lyt-i-cal|
B2
/ˌænəˈlɪtɪkəl/
logical reasoning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'analytical' originates from the Greek word 'analytikos', where 'ana-' meant 'up' and 'lyein' meant 'to loosen'.
Historical Evolution
'analytikos' transformed into the Latin word 'analyticus', and eventually became the modern English word 'analytical'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to loosen or break down', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to analysis'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning.
She has an analytical mind, always breaking down problems into smaller parts.
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