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

He earned a Master's degree in Industrial Systems Analytics from the University of Vaasa in 2021 and currently works as a Grant Funded Researcher at the university in the field of Information Systems Science.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Professional gambler Tony Bloom bought a 29% non-voting share in Hearts and provided access to his Jamestown Analytics data firm.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"The economy is resilient, but it's also kind of precariously perched," said Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

“This is definitely a sea change from previous transitions,” said Derek Tang, co-founder of LH Meyer/Monetary Policy Analytics, told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Not in the De Interpretatione, but in the Prior Analytics.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip" by Various