interval estimate

noun

, Statistics.

1. the interval used as an estimate in interval estimation; a confidence interval.

interval estimate

noun

1. statistics an interval within which the true value of a parameter of a population is stated to lie with a predetermined probability on the basis of sampling statistics Compare point estimate

Example Sentences

It is ludicrous to conclude that the statistically non-significant results showed “no association”, when the interval estimate included serious risk increases; it is equally absurd to claim these results were in contrast with the earlier results showing an identical observed effect.

From Nature