analytical
an·a·lyt·i·cal
/ˌænəˈlıtıkəl/ (
1 : of or relating to the careful study of something : of or relating to analysis of something
The office managers were asking for more analytical reports.
analytical chemistry
a powerful analytical tool to determine the nature and extent of climate change
an analytical examination of the text
2 : having or showing skill in thinking or reasoning
developing social and analytical skills in children
She looked at the room with an analytical [=critical] eye and saw where the changes were made.
She has a very quick analytical mind.
an·a·lyt·i·cal·ly /ˌænəˈlıtıkli/ adv
