statistics
nounfemininetécnico/iʃtɐˈtiʃtikɐ/high
es·ta·tis·ti·ca
Definitions
1The science concerned with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of numerical data, aiming to understand phenomena and make decisions.
Statistics is an essential tool for scientific research in all fields.
The report includes detailed statistics on consumption habits.
Common collocations
descriptive statisticsinferential statisticsstatistical datastatistical analysis
2A numerical fact or measure resulting from the analysis of a set of data, representing a quantifiable characteristic of a population or sample.
The latest statistic indicates a reduction in the unemployment rate.
According to statistics, average life expectancy has increased.
Common collocations
official statisticdemographic statisticcrime statisticpublish a statistic
Etymology
Do latim 'statisticus', do italiano 'statista' (estadista), com influência do alemão 'Statistik'.