The Opposite(Antonym) of “nonempirical”
The antonym of nonempirical is empirical, practical, and applied. The antonyms empirical, practical, and applied convey a different meaning than nonempirical. They imply a practical or experimental approach to knowledge, rather than a theoretical one.
Definitions and Examples of empirical, practical, applied
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
Example
The scientist conducted an empirical study to test his hypothesis.
Concerned with the actual doing or use of something rather than with theory and ideas.
Example
He has a practical approach to problem-solving that always yields results.
Relating to or put to practical use, especially as opposed to being theoretical.
Example
The engineer's applied knowledge of physics helped him design a more efficient machine.
Key Differences: empirical vs practical vs applied
- 1Empirical refers to knowledge based on observation or experience, while nonempirical refers to knowledge that is not based on observation or experience.
- 2Practical and applied both refer to knowledge that is useful in practice, while nonempirical does not necessarily have practical applications.
- 3Practical emphasizes the usefulness of knowledge, while applied emphasizes its practical application.
Effective Usage of empirical, practical, applied
- 1Academic Writing: Use nonempirical to describe theoretical knowledge, and empirical, practical, and applied to describe practical knowledge.
- 2Scientific Research: Use empirical to describe research that is based on observation or experience.
- 3Job Interviews: Use practical and applied to describe your skills and experience in a practical context.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Empirical refers to knowledge based on observation or experience, while practical and applied refer to knowledge that is useful in practice. Use these words to describe theoretical and practical knowledge in academic writing, scientific research, and job interviews.
