GRE Word List

EMPIRICAL

originating in or based on observation or experience

The meaning of the word empirical is originating in or based on observation or experience.

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WordMeaning
paradigmexample
inductto put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install
assailto attack violently : assault
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
padrea Christian clergyman
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
hoarygray or white with or as if with age