Definition

Relating to or involving only one variable in a mathematical or statistical context.

Example

In a univariate analysis, we examine the relationship of a single variable with the outcome.

Conversation

I was reading about different types of data analysis yesterday.

Oh really? What did you find interesting?

They talked about univariate analysis and how it focuses on one variable.

That sounds useful for understanding simple trends!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A type of polynomial or function that involves only one variable.

Example

In statistics, a univariate analysis focuses on a single variable to understand its distribution and characteristics.

Conversation

Have you ever worked with a univariate function in math class?

Yeah, I remember learning about those in algebra.

It's interesting how they only have one variable to deal with.

Root Explanation

Univariate is formed from "uni-" (meaning one) and "variatus" (from Latin, meaning varied or changeable). The word refers to a statistical analysis involving only one variable.

Memory Tip

Think of 'uni-' meaning one, and 'variatus' meaning varied — univariate refers to analysis involving just one variable.

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