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- pronunciation:
- ae
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laIz
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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verb |
| inflections: |
analyzes, analyzing, analyzed |
| definition: |
to separate into parts for close study; examine and explain.
If we analyze the problem, perhaps we can solve it.- synonyms:
- break down, clarify, dissect, examine
- similar words:
- assess, evaluate, inquire, investigate, question, reason, study, survey, test
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| related words: |
criticize, discuss, examine, explore, process, research, review, scrutinize, treat, try |
The word analyze
contains the following parts:
ana-
Greek
prefix
that means up; against; back
  Example words:
lys, lyt, -lyze
Greek
root
that means break down, disintegrate
Example words:
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