English · Science & Technology
empirically
/ɪmˈpɪr.ɪ.kli/
[/ɪmˈpɪr.ɪ.kli/]
through observation
Advancedadverb
Definition
In a way based on observation or experiment rather than theory.
Example
The claim has never been tested empirically, so it remains pure speculation.
The claim has never been tested empirically, so it remains pure speculation.
Etymology
From 'empirical' plus '-ly', from Greek 'empeiria' (experience).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in scientific and academic writing about method.