statistical

[ stuh-tis-ti-kuhl ]

adjective

1. of, pertaining to, consisting of, or based on statistics. statistics.

Other Words From

• sta·tisti·cal·ly adverb
• nonsta·tisti·cal adjective
• nonsta·tisti·cal·ly adverb
• presta·tisti·cal adjective
• unsta·tisti·cal adjective
• unsta·tisti·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of statistical¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; statistic(s) + -al ¹

Example Sentences

The great replacement theory is a statistical fact, being cemented into reality.

From Salon

A statistical minority of voters consistently elect our presidents.

From Salon

Stafford, however, instantly recounted the statistical picture going into it, the personnel and coverages former Patriots coach Bill Belichick successfully deployed to neutralize Hall of Fame receiver Calvin Johnson, and key injuries that occurred.

From Los Angeles Times

I am guessing it is a statistical method of coaching.

From BBC

Democrats probably have a minor statistical advantage in the House, but it could take at least a week before all those races are decided.

From Salon

Related Words

• analytical
• demographic
• numerical