Empiris
Definition & Context
Adjective
A word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it.
Characterized by being based on actual *experience or direct observation that is externally verifiable. This term refers to knowledge acquired through field data and physical experimentation* to ensure factual accuracy beyond speculative theoretical frameworks.
Synonyms & Variants
faktual
Has similar meaning in the context of concrete evidence
nyata
Referring to observable evidence
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term originates from the Greek root empeirikos meaning “experienced” and evolved through the Latin empiricus. Historically, it is closely linked to the 17th-century philosophical school of *empiricism* popularized by John Locke, which posits that the human mind begins as a blank slate or tabula rasa. In formal contexts, using empiris serves to emphasize *objective validity and reject arguments that are merely speculative* or a priori. It is frequently employed in academic and scientific discourse to validate that a claim is supported by sensory evidence or measurable data that can be replicated by others.
Real-world Usage
Kesimpulan penelitian ini bersifat empiris, berdasarkan data lapangan yang akurat.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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