SAT vocabulary
ANALYZE
To examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information or data), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.
Example
"Before drawing conclusions, the scientist needed to carefully analyze the experimental data."
Etymology
From Greek 'analyein' meaning 'unloose, unyoke, set free,' from 'ana-' (up) + 'lyein' (to loose).
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