subsample
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //sʌbˈsæmpl//
KK: /sʌbˌsæmpl/
noun
Definition
A smaller part taken from a larger group to represent that group.
Example
The researchers took a subsample of the data to analyze the trends more closely.
Conversation
I found a really interesting subsample in the data we collected.
Oh really? What did it show?
It highlighted some trends we didn't notice before with the larger sample.
That's awesome! It could really help us refine our approach.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sample
specimen
subset
Antonyms
whole
entirety
population
transitive verb
Definition
To take a smaller part from a larger group or sample for analysis or study.
Example
The researchers decided to subsample the data to make their analysis more manageable.
Tense Forms
Past: subsampled
Past Participle: subsampled
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how to subsample data for your project?
Not really, I just use everything I collect.
I think it's important to subsample to get a more accurate analysis.
Root Explanation
Subsample → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "sample" (from Old French *essample*, meaning a representative part or example). The word "subsample" refers to a smaller sample taken from a larger population, hence a sample that is under or part of the whole.
Memory Tip
Think of taking a smaller 'sample' from a larger group, where 'sub-' means under or part of something larger.
Visually Confused Words
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