Empiric
(adjective)
Something that is based on observation or experimentation rather than theory or pure reason.
Origin:
From the greek word "empeirikos" meaning experienced, it refers to something that is based on observation or experimentation rather than theory or pure reason.
Examples:
- Empiric evidence is evidence that is based on practical experience or observation.
- The empiric approach is used in many fields such as medicine, engineering, and science.
- Empiric research is research that is based on observation and experimentation.
- The empiric method is a process of gaining knowledge through observation and experimentation.
- Empiric evidence is often considered more reliable than theoretical evidence.