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Synonyms & Similar Words
information
facts
figures
statistics
details
evidence
findings
research
records
documents
files
archives
reports
intelligence
knowledge
insights
discoveries
observations
measurements
readings
inputs
outputs
feedback
results
analysis
conclusions
inferences
deductions
assumptions
premises
postulates
hypotheses
theories
models
simulations
predictions
projections
forecasts
trends
patterns
correlations
relationships
indicators
signs
signals
cues
clues
hints
tips
pointers
warnings
alerts
notifications
news
updates
releases
announcements
statements
declarations
affirmations
confirmations
validations
verifications
authentications
certifications.
Meaning of Data
The primary meaning of the word "Data" refers to facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.
Definitions
- Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis
- Information, especially facts or numbers, collected to be examined and used as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or calculation
- Computing: information, especially facts or numbers, stored or processed by a computer
Etymology of Data
The word "Data" originates from the Latin word "datum," which is the neuter past participle of "dare," meaning "to give"
Historically, the word "Data" was first used in the 17th century to refer to a fact or piece of information, and its usage has since expanded to include various fields such as science, computing, and statistics
Example Uses
- The company collects data on customer buying habits to improve their marketing strategy
- The researcher spent months analyzing the data from the experiment to draw conclusions
- The new smartphone app allows users to track and manage their personal data, including fitness and health metrics
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
ignorance
unawareness
uncertainty
ambiguity
confusion
misinformation
disinformation
falsehoods
lies
deceit
fiction
fantasy
speculation
conjecture
guesses
hunches
intuition
opinions
beliefs
theories
assumptions
hypotheses
myths
legends
rumors
hearsay
gossip
fallacies
flaws
errors
inaccuracies
mistakes
distortions
manipulations
fabrications.