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EMPIRICS

(adj., noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Empirics.

Empirics - as an adjective

Relying on medical quackery

Example: "Empiric treatment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
empirical15

Derived from experiment and observation rather than theory

Example: "An empirical basis for an ethical theory"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
empirical15

Empirics - as a noun

A member of a sect of ancient physicians who based their theories solely on experience.

Someone who is guided by empiricism; an empiricist.

Any unqualified or dishonest practitioner; a charlatan; a quack.

Example Sentences

"The study was based on solid empirics and rigorous methodology."
"The professor presented a lecture on the role of empirics in economics."
"The researcher gathered extensive empirics to support her hypothesis."
"His argument was based on theoretical constructs rather than empirics."
"The book provides a comprehensive analysis of historical empirics."
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Word Game Points

Is EMPIRICS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, empirics is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EMPIRICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is EMPIRICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, empirics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EMPIRICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is EMPIRICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, empirics is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EMPIRICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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