Definition

Related to the statistical characteristics of a population, such as age, race, or income.

Example

The study analyzed the demographical trends in urban areas over the last decade.

Conversation

Have you seen the latest demographical report for our city?

Yeah, it's interesting how the population has changed over the years.

I know! The demographical shifts really impact local businesses, don't you think?

Absolutely, they need to adapt to the new trends to stay relevant.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Demographical → It is formed from "demographia" (from Greek "demos", meaning people, and "grapho", meaning to write). The word refers to the statistical study of populations, particularly human populations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'people' ('demos') being 'written about' ('grapho') in statistics — that's what demographical means.

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