empirical

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Based on observation, experiment, or real experience rather than on theory.

   There is little empirical evidence to support his claim.

2. 2
   adj

   Able to be tested or proved by experiment.

   Scientists prefer conclusions that rest on empirical data.

Common collocations

• empirical formula Adjective + noun

From empiric + -al.

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