a. derived from experiment and observation rather than theory
a. 完全跟据经验的, 经验主义的
[医] 经验主义的
1. The scientist conducted empirical research to test her hypothesis.
这位科学家进行了实证研究来验证她的假设。
2. Empirical evidence supports the theory that exercise improves mental health.
实证证据支持运动改善心理健康的理论。
3. Many decisions in business are based on empirical data rather than intuition.
商业中的许多决策是基于实证数据而不是直觉。