B1nounacademicscience
US/əˈnæl.ə.sɪs/
UK/əˈnæl.ə.sɪs/
the careful study of something to understand it better
In context
The analysis showed that most customers shop on weekends.
She did a detailed analysis of the survey results.
Blood samples were sent to the lab for analysis.
Words that go with analysis
adjective + noun
- detailed analysisThe report includes a detailed analysis of costs.
- careful analysisAfter careful analysis, we chose the cheaper plan.
noun + noun
- data analysisData analysis is a useful skill for any job.
verb + noun
- carry out an analysisThe team carried out an analysis of the market.
noun + preposition
- analysis ofWe need an analysis of last year's sales.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We need to analysis the data.Correct: We need to analyze the data.