descriptive results

[dɪˈskrɪptɪv rɪˈzʌlts]
nounpl: descriptive results
resultados descritivos
1. Research or analytical findings that describe characteristics, qualities, or patterns without making causal claims or numerical generalizations
The descriptive results showed that most participants preferred the new interface design.
Os resultados descritivos mostraram que a maioria dos participantes preferiu o novo design da interface.
2. Outcomes of a study presented in narrative or qualitative form rather than through statistical analysis
The descriptive results of the survey included detailed accounts of customer experiences.
Os resultados descritivos da pesquisa incluíram relatos detalhados das experiências dos clientes.
3. Findings that characterize or depict phenomena without establishing inferential conclusions
The descriptive results provided a comprehensive overview of the market trends.
Os resultados descritivos forneceram uma visão geral abrangente das tendências de mercado.
Commonly used in Brazilian and American academic, scientific, and business contexts when presenting research findings that emphasize observation and description rather than statistical inference. This term is particularly prevalent in social sciences, market research, and qualitative studies where narrative understanding is valued.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
qualitative findingsnarrative resultsobservational outcomescharacterization findings
Antonyms / Antônimos
inferential resultsstatistical resultscausal findingspredictive results

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resultados descritivos
Standard usage in academic and research contexts
São Paulo
resultados descritivos
Common in business and academic reporting
Rio de Janeiro
resultados descritivos
Usage aligned with national academic standards
Portugal
resultados descritivos
Used similarly in Portuguese academic discourse

Related Words

descriptive analysisdescriptive statisticsqualitative researchexploratory studycase study findings

Related Idioms & Phrases

paint a picture with descriptive results
descriptive results speak for themselves
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