Synonyms of analysis

analysis

noun

ə-ˈna-lə-səs 

1

as in investigation

the separation and identification of the parts of a whole

investigators took the mysterious powder to the lab for analysis

Synonyms & Similar Words

• investigation
• inspection
• assessment
• examination
• evaluation
• dissection
• breakdown
• deconstruction
• anatomy
• assay
• diagnosis
• anatomizing
• classification
• inventory
• scrutiny
• cataloging
• categorization
• indexing
• codification
• tabulation
• enumeration
• segmentation
• assortment
• arrangement
• reduction
• subdivision
• muster
• itemization
• division
• separation

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• synthesis
• integration
• consolidation
• aggregation
• unification
• assimilation
• amalgamation
• coalescence
• agglomeration
• conglomeration

2

as in commentary

a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)

gave a thorough analysis of the main character's motives

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commentary
• comment
• observation
• exposition
• remark
• play-by-play
• report
• explication
• annotation
• review
• note
• write-up
• descant

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of analysis

The analysis reviewed preliminary filings across all 50 states for nearly 300 insurers, finding that 59% are raising rates between 10% and 20%, with six plans requesting an increase over 30%. — Glynn Frechette, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Florida isn't the only place where politicians have explored ways to cut, or even eliminate, property taxes — 11 states have reined in property taxes so far in 2026, according to an analysis by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. — Marissa J. Lang, NPR, 30 Oct. 2026

The eight-year plan, which takes effect next year, calls for the board to review the efforts annually based on scientific analyses. — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

Most of Mack’s official correspondence in his new job – which includes speeches, letters and memos — has likely been written by AI, according to a Miami Herald analysis using the company Pangram’s AI writing detection software. — Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026