analytically.

1. By examining parts, structure, or relationships in order to understand a whole.

2. Using mathematical expressions or analytic methods rather than only numerical computation.

Use it for

Words that belong together

• think analytically
• examine analytically

On the page

She approached the question analytically.

The class examined the argument analytically.

He wrote analytically rather than narratively.

Usage notes

Primary category: academic. Forms: Invariable adverb. Legacy lexical fields mirror sense 1 only. Use numbered sense fields for all meanings.