Definition

In a way that involves randomness or chance, often used in statistics and probability.

Example

The data was analyzed stochastically to account for the random variations in the results.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how things happen stochastically in nature?

Yeah, it's fascinating! Like how weather patterns can be so unpredictable.

Exactly! It's interesting to think that even random events can follow certain trends.

True, it makes you realize how complex everything really is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stochastically → It is formed from "stochastikos" (from Greek, meaning pertaining to guessing or conjecture) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "stochastically" refers to something that occurs in a manner related to randomness or probability, often involving conjecture.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek root 'stochastikos' which relates to guessing, helping you remember that 'stochastically' means something happens in a random or probabilistic manner.

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