analyse
UK/'ænәlaiz/US
B1
Definitions
v.
To examine something in detail by breaking it into parts in order to understand it (British spelling of analyze)
分析，细察，分解（analyze 的英式拼写）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedana- (completely) + lyse (loosen, from Greek lyein) = 'to loosen apart completely.' analyse is the British spelling of analyze — same word, same meaning, same pronunciation. See analyze for full treatment.
Root lyse still carries 11 more wordsUsage Guide
British spelling; American English uses analyze. Choose one and stay consistent. The noun (analysis) and agent (analyst) are spelled the same in both varieties.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Researchers in the UK analyse the survey responses by region.
- 2.
We need to analyse these figures before the meeting.