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bivariate

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //baɪˈvɛəriət//

KK: /baɪˈværɪət/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or involving two different variables.


Example

In statistics, a bivariate analysis examines the relationship between two variables.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you understand the concept of a bivariate analysis in class today?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was interesting how it involves two variables at once.
Sloth A
I think it really helps to see the relationship between them.
Sloth B
Definitely! It makes the data much easier to interpret.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dual
double
twofold
Antonyms
univariate
single
monovariate
Root Explanation

Bivariate → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "variatus" (from Latin, meaning varied or changeable). The word "bivariate" refers to involving two different variables or quantities.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bi-' meaning two, and 'variatus' meaning varied — this helps you remember that bivariate involves two different variables.

Visually Confused Words
variate
divaricate
bolivarite
bicarinate
bimarginate
barite
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