unsystematic analysis

[/ˌʌnsɪstəˈmætɪk əˈnæləsɪs/]
nounpl: unsystematic analyses
análise não sistemática
1. A method of examination or investigation that lacks organized structure, methodology, or logical sequence; analysis conducted without a consistent framework or predetermined plan
The researcher's unsystematic analysis of the data led to unreliable conclusions.
A análise não sistemática dos dados pelo pesquisador levou a conclusões pouco confiáveis.
2. An informal or ad hoc examination of a subject without adherence to scientific or academic protocols
Her unsystematic analysis of market trends was based more on intuition than data.
Sua análise não sistemática das tendências de mercado foi baseada mais em intuição do que em dados.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, unsystematic analysis is generally viewed negatively and is often contrasted with rigorous scientific methodology. In Brazilian universities, emphasis on 'análise sistemática' reflects a strong influence of European academic traditions. In the USA, this term is particularly important in business and social science research where evidence-based analysis is highly valued.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
haphazard analysisdisorganized analysisunstructured analysisinformal analysisad hoc analysisarbitrary analysis
Antonyms / Antônimos
systematic analysismethodical analysisstructured analysisrigorous analysisorganized analysis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
análise não sistemática
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
análise desorganizada
Common alternative in business environments
Rio de Janeiro
análise improvável
Less formal alternative
Portugal
análise não sistemática / análise desordenada
Standard in Portuguese academic discourse

Related Words

methodologyanalytical frameworkresearch designdata examinationinvestigationinquiry

Related Idioms & Phrases

shot in the dark
flying by the seat of one's pants
winging it
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