analytic thinking
ˌænəˈlɪtɪk ˈθɪŋkɪŋ
Definition

Definition of analytic thinking - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
cognitive processTECH.breaking down complex information into smaller partsTECH.
  • Analytic thinking helps in solving complex mathematical problems.
critical thinking
2.
logicTECH.using logical reasoning to understand complex systemsTECH.
  • Scientists use analytic thinking to develop new theories.
critical thinking
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Expressions with analytic

analytic geometryn.
branch of geometry using coordinates and algebra
Analytic geometry helps solve complex geometric problems.
factor analyticadj.
related to the method of factor analysis
The factor analytic approach revealed hidden patterns in the data.

Expressions with thinking

thinking capn.
state of focused thinking to find solutions
She put on her thinking cap to tackle the issue.
wishful thinkingn.
belief that hopes match facts, leading to poor choices
Her wishful thinking made her ignore the warning signs.
out-of-the-box thinkingn.
approach to problem-solving that is unconventional
The team used out-of-the-box thinking to tackle the complex issue.
blue-sky thinkingn.
creative thinking not limited by current beliefs
The team engaged in blue-sky thinking to innovate new products.
what was someone thinkingexp.
questions the logic behind someone's actions
What was she thinking wearing that outfit?
not bear thinking aboutv.
be so bad you cannot even think about it
The idea of losing her does not bear thinking about.
put on one's thinking capv.
start thinking carefully to solve a problem
Let's put on our thinking caps and find a solution.
what was I thinking ofexp.
expresses regret or surprise about a past action
I wore sandals in the snow, what was I thinking of?
lateral thinkingn.
solving problems using creative, non-linear methods
Lateral thinking helped her find a unique solution.
cathedral thinkingn.
long-term planning for projects beyond one's lifetime
Building sustainable cities requires cathedral thinking to benefit future generations.

Terms related to analytic thinking

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Examples of analytic thinking in a sentence

  • He applied analytic thinking to improve the business strategy.
  • Analytic thinking is crucial in solving complex problems.
  • Business leaders rely on analytic thinking for strategic planning.

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  1. French:pensée analytique, ...
  2. German:analytisches Denken, ...
  3. Italian:pensiero analitico, ...
  4. Spanish:pensamiento analítico, ...
  5. Portuguese:pensamento analítico, ...
  6. Chinese:分析性思维, 逻辑思维, ...
  7. Japanese:分析的思考, 解析的思考, ...
  8. Arabic:تَفْكِير تَحْلِيلِيّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:חֲשִׁיבָה אַנָלִיטִית, חֲשִׁיבָה לוֹגִית, ...
  10. Russian:аналитическое мышление, ...
  11. Ukrainian:аналітичне мислення, ...
  12. Hindi:विश्लेषणात्मक सोच, तार्किक विचार, ...
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