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Quantitative

/ˈkwɒn.tɪ.tə.tɪv/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1450 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

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

    "The quantitative analysis of the data revealed significant trends."
  2. 2

    Involving the use of numerical data or statistics.

    "The study employed a quantitative approach to assess the effectiveness of the new drug."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Late Latin quantitativus, originating from Latin quantitas ('quantity'), formed from quantus ('how much'). Entering the English language in the late 16th century via French, it initially pertained to measurable properties and grew in scientific and statistical contexts during the industrial and modern eras.

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