quantitative analysis

American  

[kwon-ti-tey-tiv uh-nal-uh-sis] / ˈkwɒn tɪˌteɪ tɪv əˈnæl ə sɪs /

noun

1. Chemistry. the analysis of a substance to determine the amounts and proportions of its chemical constituents.

2. Statistics. the use of mathematical analysis, especially computerized, to better understand variable components in a system, as in business forecasts or investment recommendations.

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quantitative analysis British  

noun

1. See analysis

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quantitative analysis Scientific  

/ kwŏn′tĭ-tā′tĭv /

1. See under analysis

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Etymology

Origin of quantitative analysis

First recorded in 1840–50

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How does quantitative-analysis compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• qualitative analysis vs. quantitative analysis

Example Sentences

The most wide ranging quantitative analysis of research on complementary and alternative treatments for autism has found no strong evidence that these approaches are effective.

From Science Daily • Dec. 28, 2025

“Under-ownership” might not sound like a good thing, but it might actually be a bullish sign, based on Morgan Stanley’s quantitative analysis that adjusted for market capitalization and earnings beats.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 19, 2025

We used qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques to identify points of overlap and divergence across the two data sources.

From Salon • Dec. 21, 2024

Archived mail does not lend itself to a comparable quantitative analysis, but a qualitative analysis of the discourse tells an important story of the longer history.

From Scientific American • Oct. 23, 2023

If we may borrow terms from chemistry, while the economist may give us a qualitative analysis of these forces, it is hard for him to give us a quantitative analysis.

From Social Value A Study in Economic Theory Critical and Constructive by Anderson, Benjamin M. (Benjamin McAlester)