Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ex-post

Adverb / Preposition
/ɛks ˈpoʊst/
Definition
A term used to describe the analysis or review of events after they have occurred.
Examples
  • The report provided an ex-post analysis of the project outcomes.
  • Ex-post evaluations help understand what worked and what didn’t.
  • In an ex-post scenario, researchers can adjust their conclusions based on actual results.
Meaning
Ex-post refers to looking back at data, facts, or events for evaluation purposes, particularly in economics, statistics, and research.
Synonyms
  • After the event
  • Post-facto
  • Retrospective