Definition

The ability to get the same results or findings when an experiment or measurement is repeated under the same conditions.

Example

The reproducibility of the experiment was confirmed by several researchers who obtained the same results.

Conversation

I was reading about the importance of reproducibility in experiments.

Oh really? What did they say about it?

They emphasized that without reproducibility, results can be misleading.

That makes sense; it's crucial for building trust in scientific findings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reproducibility → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again), "producere" (meaning to lead forth or bring forth), and "-ibility" (meaning the quality of being). The word refers to the quality of being able to produce or bring forth results again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'leading forth again' — 're-' means again, and 'producere' means to bring forth. This helps you remember that reproducibility is about being able to produce the same results again.

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