empírico

[em-PÍ-ri-ko]
adjective/nounmasculinepl: empíricos
empirical
1. Based on observation, experience, or experiment rather than theory or pure logic
The study used an empirical approach to gather data from real-world scenarios.
O estudo utilizou uma abordagem empírica para coletar dados de cenários do mundo real.
2. A person who relies on practical experience and observation rather than theory
He is an empiricist, preferring hands-on testing to theoretical calculations.
Ele é um empírico, preferindo testes práticos aos cálculos teóricos.
3. Relating to empiricism, the philosophical view that knowledge comes from sensory experience
Empirical philosophy emphasizes evidence and observation.
A filosofia empírica enfatiza evidência e observação.
In Brazilian academic and professional contexts, 'empírico' is frequently used to distinguish practical, evidence-based approaches from purely theoretical ones. The term is particularly valued in scientific research, engineering, and business environments where data-driven decision-making is emphasized. It reflects a cultural appreciation for pragmatism and concrete results.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
experimentalpráticoobservacionalbaseado em experiência
Antonyms / Antônimos
teóricoabstratohipotéticoespeculativo

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
empírico
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
Portugal
empírico
Identical usage; common in scientific and philosophical discourse
São Paulo
empírico
Widely used in business and technology sectors to mean practical/hands-on

Related Words

empirismoexperiênciaobservaçãodadosevidênciaexperimento

Related Idioms & Phrases

método empírico
evidência empírica
pesquisa empírica
abordagem empírica
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