analytics

American  

[an-l-it-iks] / ˌæn lˈɪt ɪks /

noun

1. (used with a singular verb) the science of logical analysis.

2. (used with a singular verb) the analysis of data, typically large sets of business data, by the use of mathematics, statistics, and computer software.

   digital marketers with a strong knowledge of Web analytics;

   selecting the best analytics tools.

3. (used with a plural verb) the patterns and other meaningful information gathered from the analysis of data.

   an abundance of actionable analytics to help you deliver a better customer experience.

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Etymology

Origin of analytics

First recorded in 1580–90; see origin at analytic, -ics

Example Sentences

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analytics

“I’m not really sure there’s such a thing as a retired CEO in the U.S.,” said Matteo Tonello, head of data benchmarking and analytics at the Conference Board.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026

The analytics website Data Golf has metrics that rate amateur players going back to 2010—and Koivun tops a list that puts him in rarefied company.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026

The film in its second weekend pulled in $87 million, acccording to Rentrak, a data analytics company that tracks box office sales.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026

“He doesn’t come to the job with the long CV of empirical analytics of Paul Volcker or Alan Greenspan,” Spindel said.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 11, 2026

Ilka problem has its method By analytics high; For me, I ken na ane o' them, But what the waur am I?

From The Book of Humorous Verse by Wells, Carolyn