Statistics — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /stə-ˈti-stiks/ sta·tis·tics

Meaning & Definition of Statistics

Statistics (noun)

  1. a branch of mathematics dealing with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data
  2. a collection of quantitative data

Origin & Etymology of Statistics

German Statistik study of political facts and figures, from New Latin statisticus of politics, from Latin status state

First known use: 1770

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Statistics

Words & Phrases Containing Statistics

vital statistics

Frequently Asked Questions about Statistics

What does "Statistics" mean?

"Statistics" means a branch of mathematics dealing with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data. As a noun, it is defined as: a branch of mathematics dealing with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data. It has 2 distinct senses.

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

"Statistics" is a noun.

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

As a B2-level word, "Statistics" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. 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 "Statistics"?

"Statistics" is pronounced /stə-ˈti-stiks/ and divided into syllables as sta·tis·tics.

What is the origin of the word "Statistics"?

"Statistics" comes from German Statistik study of political facts and figures, from New Latin statisticus of politics, from Latin status state. First known use: 1770.

What CEFR level is "Statistics"?

"Statistics" is a B2-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

Is "Statistics" an academic word?

Yes. "Statistics" is part of the 570-word Academic Word List (AWL), which contains vocabulary that appears frequently in university texts and in exams such as IELTS and TOEFL.

What topics is "Statistics" used in?

"Statistics" is commonly used in topics such as Numbers & Quantities and Science & Research.