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

Opta's 'supercomputer' is actually a complex algorithm that uses a model based on betting market odds and the sports analytics company's own 'power rankings', which are calculated using past results.

From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026

Elisabeth Kashner, the director of ETF and research and analytics at FactSet, didn’t specifically address the nature or the proposed new funds from Volatility Shares when asked for comment.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

The company, which uses data analytics to connect specialty insurance underwriters with risk capital partners, said it has formed a special independent committee to review the transaction, which it unanimously recommended to the board.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026

The AI was much thicker in subject areas like crypto, leadership and the winner, data analytics.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 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 Owen Wister