Statistical Concepts

adjective relating to real existence, not just potential or imaginary

• The actual cost of the project ended up being higher than we had anticipated.
• I thought the movie was going to be boring, but it was actually really good.
• I didn't believe him at first, but he actually came through for me when I needed help.
• Her smile may seem fake, but her concern for others is actually genuine.

adjective able to be accepted or allowed; allowable

• The evidence presented in court must be admissible in order to be considered by the jury.
• You can't use that as evidence, it's not admissible in court.
• That excuse is not admissible here, try again.
• Only facts and logic are admissible in our discussions, no emotions allowed.

adverb an adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating the time, place, degree, or manner of an action

preposition a preposition shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The project is almost complete and ready for submission.
• I'm almost done with my homework, just a few more questions to go.
• I'm almost there, just hold on a little longer.
• His words were almost like a dagger to her heart.

verb to take or begin to have power or responsibility

adjective used to describe something that is accepted as true without proof

• The scientist assumed that the results of the experiment would support her hypothesis.
• I just assumed you would be coming to the party tonight.
• Don't assume things, just ask if you're not sure.
• She assumed the role of team leader with ease.

noun a mathematical expression consisting of two terms

adjective relating to or consisting of two terms

• The binomial theorem is a fundamental concept in algebra.
• I had to study the binomial thing for my math test.
• I don't get this binomial stuff, it's too confusing.
• Life is like a binomial equation, with ups and downs balancing each other out.

adjective used to emphasize that something is definitely true or will definitely happen

pronoun used to refer to a particular thing or person without stating exactly which one

• It is important to follow a certain protocol when conducting experiments.
• I heard there's a certain way you have to fill out the paperwork.
• There's a certain vibe about this place that I really like.
• She had a certain glow about her that made everyone notice.

noun a remarkable concurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection

adjective coincidental

• The similarity in their findings was dismissed as mere coincidence by the researchers.
• What a coincidence running into you at the grocery store!
• No way, that's such a crazy coincidence!
• Their paths crossing again was no mere coincidence, but fate at work.

verb to gather or pile up gradually over time

adjective forming a cumulative whole

• Over time, the company's profits will cumulate to a significant amount.
• If you keep saving a little bit each month, it will cumulate into a nice sum in the future.
• I didn't realize how much junk would cumulate in my garage over the years.
• The stress of work and personal life can cumulate and become overwhelming if not managed properly.

noun a single piece of information, especially in a statistical or digital context

• The researcher collected a large amount of data, with each datum carefully recorded and analyzed.
• I found some interesting data points in the report, each datum telling a different story.
• Check out this cool data I found online, each datum is like a piece of the puzzle.
• Each person's life story is like a datum in the grand scheme of history.

adjective equal in degree, extent, or amount

adverb in an equal or uniform manner

• The resources were evenly distributed among all the departments.
• Make sure to spread the icing evenly on the cake.
• Let's divvy up the pizza slices evenly so no one feels left out.
• Her attention was evenly divided between work and family responsibilities.

noun a thing that is known or proved to be true

verb not applicable

adjective not applicable

adverb not applicable

pronoun not applicable

preposition not applicable

conjunction not applicable

interjection not applicable

article not applicable

• In reality, the fact remains that climate change is a pressing issue that needs to be addressed.
• The fact of the matter is, I really don't want to go to that party.
• Dude, the fact is she's totally into you.
• The fact that he always arrives late is like clockwork.

noun a group or mixture of diverse elements or individuals

adjective composed of diverse or different elements

• The research team analyzed the heterogeneous data to draw meaningful conclusions.
• The group of students in the class was very heterogeneous, coming from different backgrounds and experiences.
• The party last night was so much fun, there was a really heterogeneous crowd there.
• The artist used a heterogeneous mix of colors and textures in her painting to create a unique masterpiece.

noun a person who is not under the control or influence of others; one not dependent upon others

adjective not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself

• The company prides itself on being an independent entity in the industry.
• I prefer to work as an independent contractor rather than a full-time employee.
• She's always been an independent spirit, doing things her own way.
• The artist's work is truly independent, free from any outside influence.

adjective minimal in importance or significance

• The company decided to cut costs by reducing its marginal expenses.
• I only have a marginal interest in that topic.
• She's just a marginal player in the industry.
• His influence on the team is only marginal at best.

noun the state or quality of being normal

adjective normal

• The concept of normality is often used in statistical analysis to determine standard behavior.
• In our group of friends, normality is always being challenged with crazy antics and adventures.
• Who cares about normality? Let's just have fun and be ourselves.
• After the accident, she struggled to find a sense of normality in her life again.

noun a particular or indefinite amount of something

• The quality of the product is just as important as the quantity produced.
• I can't believe the quantity of food they served at the party last night!
• I'm all about that quantity over quality when it comes to shopping.
• He may have a large quantity of friends, but only a few are truly loyal.

noun a right to inherit property after the death of the current owner

• The reversion of the property to its original owner was a lengthy legal process.
• I heard that there will be a reversion of the old policy next month.
• I can't believe the reversion of that trend, it's so outdated now.
• The reversion to his childhood home brought back a flood of memories.

noun the state of being scarce or in short supply; a small amount or number

• The sparsity of data in this study makes it difficult to draw meaningful conclusions.
• There's a real sparsity of good restaurants in this area.
• I can't believe the sparsity of snacks in this house!
• The sparsity of love in his life left him feeling empty.

adjective Describes the state of something that is anticipated or likely to happen

preposition Indicates the relationship between 'to' and 'expected' in the phrase

• Given the circumstances, delays in the project were to be expected.
• It's no surprise that the traffic is heavy right now, it was to be expected during rush hour.
• I knew she would be late, that's just par for the course with her. It was to be expected.
• After all the rain we've had, the flooding in the area was to be expected.

verb to shorten something by cutting off a part of it

adjective describes a word or phrase that has been shortened or cut off

• The data set was truncated to remove any outliers before analysis.
• I had to cut the article short and truncated some parts to fit the word limit.
• I quickly truncated my message to just a few words to send it before the meeting started.
• His dreams were truncated by the harsh reality of life.

adjective describing something that has not been planned or thought out in advance

• The uncalculated risks taken by the company led to a significant financial loss.
• His uncalculated decision to quit his job without another one lined up was risky.
• She made an uncalculated move in the game that cost her the win.
• His uncalculated words during the argument caused irreparable damage to their relationship.

noun the state of being uncertain or not able to be relied on

adjective not able to be relied on or known for certain

• The economic forecast is filled with uncertainty due to the global pandemic.
• I'm not sure what the future holds, there's a lot of uncertainty right now.
• I'm feeling kinda iffy about the situation, there's so much uncertainty.
• In the fog of uncertainty, she struggled to find her way forward.

adjective an adjective used to describe something that is logically or factually sound, reasonable, or acceptable

• The contract is only valid if both parties sign it.
• Your driver's license is still valid, right?
• Don't worry, your excuse is totally valid.
• Her concerns about the project's timeline are valid.

noun a version of a product that is still in the testing phase before its official release

• The software company is currently testing the beta version of their new app.
• I signed up to be a beta tester for the new video game.
• I heard that the beta release of the movie was leaked online.
• Being in the beta phase of a project means it's still in the early stages of development.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• The company's growth strategy accounts for its recent success in the market.
• Her dedication to studying hard accounts for her good grades.
• His smooth talking accounts for why he always gets what he wants.
• The missing piece of the puzzle finally accounts for the whole picture.

adjective relating to actuaries or the work of actuaries, typically involving statistical analysis and risk assessment

• The actuarial department is responsible for calculating insurance premiums based on risk assessment.
• The actuarial team crunches numbers to figure out how much we should pay for insurance.
• The actuarial guys are the ones who do all the math to set insurance prices.
• In life, we all have to do our own actuarial calculations to determine our risks and rewards.