Definition

Referring to the period or events that occur after a trial has concluded.

Example

The posttrial analysis revealed important insights about the participants' responses.

Conversation

Did you hear about the posttrial discussion they had yesterday?

Yeah, I heard it was really insightful!

I wonder what kind of changes they might implement after the posttrial analysis.

Hopefully, it will lead to some positive improvements for everyone involved.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Posttrial → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "trial" (from Old French *trier*, meaning to try or test). The word "posttrial" refers to something that occurs after a trial or test.

Memory Tip

Think of something that happens 'after' ('post-') a 'test' or 'trial' — that's what posttrial means.

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