Analysis — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ə-ˈna-lə-səs/ anal·y·sis

Meaning & Definition of Analysis

Analysis (noun)

  1. a detailed examination of anything complex in order to understand its nature or to determine its essential features, a thorough study
  2. a statement, usually in writing, explaining the results of such an examination
  3. separation of a whole into its component parts

Analysis (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the separation and identification of the parts of a whole

    "investigators took the mysterious powder to the lab for analysis"

    similar: anatomizing, anatomy, assay, breakdown, deconstruction, dissection
    related: assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, examination, inspection, investigation, muster, scrutiny, arrangement, assortment, cataloging, categorization, classification, codification, indexing, enumeration, inventory, itemization, tabulation, division, reduction, segmentation, separation, subdivision
    near: agglomeration, aggregation, amalgamation, assimilation, coalescence, conglomeration, consolidation, integration, synthesis, unification

  2. a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)

    "gave a thorough analysis of the main character's motives"

    similar: comment, commentary, exposition, play-by-play
    related: annotation, explication, descant, note, observation, remark, report, review, write-up

Related Entry: Self-analysis (noun)

Self-analysis is a different word from Analysis. The synonyms below are for self-analysis, not for analysis.

  1. as in self-awareness, self-consciousness

    similar: self-awareness, self-consciousness, self-recognition, introspection, self-contemplation, self-examination, self-observation, self-questioning, self-reflection, self-scrutiny, self-searching, soul-searching, introversion, self-absorption, self-centeredness, self-concern, self-involvement, self-actualization, self-discovery, self-exploration, self-fulfillment, self-realization, self-knowledge, self-revelation, self-concept, self-image, self-perception, contemplation, meditation, reflection, rumination

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Analysis

The most common words with a similar meaning to Analysis:

anatomizing, anatomy, assay, breakdown, deconstruction, dissection, comment, commentary, exposition, play-by-play

Related Words for Analysis

assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, examination, inspection, investigation, muster, scrutiny, arrangement, assortment, cataloging, categorization, classification, codification, indexing, enumeration, inventory, itemization, tabulation, division, reduction, segmentation, separation, subdivision, annotation, explication, descant, note, observation, remark

Near Antonyms of Analysis

agglomeration, aggregation, amalgamation, assimilation, coalescence, conglomeration, consolidation, integration, synthesis, unification

Word Forms of Analysis

Inflections: analyses

Origin & Etymology of Analysis

borrowed from Medieval Latin, borrowed from Greek análysis "loosing, releasing, breaking something down into its elements, solution of a problem," from analýein "to loosen, undo, dissolve, resolve into constituent elements," from ana- ana- + lýein "to loosen, undo" lose

First known use: 1580

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Analysis

Words & Phrases Containing Analysis

analysis of variance, analysis situs, activation analysis, cluster analysis, content analysis, discourse analysis, factor analysis, Fourier analysis, harmonic analysis

Frequently Asked Questions about Analysis

What does "Analysis" mean?

"Analysis" means a detailed examination of anything complex in order to understand its nature or to determine its essential features, a thorough study. As a noun, it is defined as: a detailed examination of anything complex in order to understand its nature or to determine its essential features, a thorough study. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Analysis"?

Other words for "Analysis" include anatomizing, anatomy, assay, breakdown, deconstruction, dissection, comment and commentary. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Analysis" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Analysis"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Analysis". Common alternatives include anatomizing, anatomy, assay, breakdown, deconstruction, dissection, comment, commentary, exposition and play-by-play.

How do you use "Analysis" in a sentence?

Examples of "Analysis" in a sentence: "investigators took the mysterious powder to the lab for analysis"; "gave a thorough analysis of the main character's motives".

Is "Analysis" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Analysis" is a noun.

Is "Analysis" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Analysis" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Analysis"?

"Analysis" is pronounced /ə-ˈna-lə-səs/ and divided into syllables as anal·y·sis.

What is the origin of the word "Analysis"?

"Analysis" comes from borrowed from Medieval Latin, borrowed from Greek análysis "loosing, releasing, breaking something down into its elements, solution of a problem," from analýein "to loosen, undo, dissolve, resolve into constituent elements," from ana- ana- + lýein "to loosen, undo" lose. First known use: 1580.