analytical
/ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ɪ.kəl/
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
Of or pertaining to analysis; resolving into elements or constituent parts
Adjective
Examples
an analytical experiment
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Using analytic reasoning as opposed to synthetic.
Adjective
Examples
an analytical mind
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “analytical” mean?
Of or pertaining to analysis; resolving into elements or constituent parts
Is “analytical” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.