analytics

American

[an-l-it-iks] / ˌæn lˈɪt ɪks /

noun

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

Etymology

Origin of analytics

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

Example Sentences

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The company is rolling out its first new da Vinci platform in a decade, with a big step up in computing power, data analytics, and imaging.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

According to a 2024 analysis by data analytics firm Bloomberg Second Measure, Uber commands 76% of the US rideshare market.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

In addition to the slight slowdown, the Bellevue, Wash.-based analytics company found that average trip length is down by 2%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Placer.ai, a retail-traffic analytics firm, said in a report last week that visits to Kohl’s in the first quarter fell 7.6% from a year ago.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

She would have joyed to venture "Paracelsus" on him, and some lengthy rhymed discourses; and she fondly turned leaves and leaves of her pet doggerel analytics.

From The Virginian, a Horseman of the Plains by Wister, Owen

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