Longitudinal: meaning, definitions and examples

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longitudinal

 

[ lษ’ล‹ษชหˆtjuหdษชnษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

research study

The term 'longitudinal' refers to research that involves repeated observations of the same variables over time. This approach allows researchers to track changes and developments in subjects or phenomena, providing deeper insights into trends. Longitudinal studies are essential for understanding causality and the long-term effects of various interventions. It contrasts with cross-sectional studies, which provide a snapshot at one point in time.

Synonyms

continuous, extended, prolonged, sustained

Examples of usage

  • The longitudinal study revealed significant health improvements over ten years.
  • Researchers conducted a longitudinal analysis of student performance.
  • This longitudinal research helped identify patterns in childhood obesity.

Translations

Translations of the word "longitudinal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น longitudinal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเค‚เคฌเคตเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช longitudinal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ longitudinal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะฒะณะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podล‚uลผny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ธฆใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท longitudinal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ longitudinal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท boyuna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ธ๋กœ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทูˆู„ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podรฉlnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podlลพnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็บตๅ‘็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dolลพinski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ langsumar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพะนะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒ’แƒ แƒซแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzunluq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ longitudinal

Etymology

The word 'longitudinal' originates from the Latin word 'longitudinalis', derived from 'longitudo', which means 'length'. Initially, in the 18th century, it referred to something that is measured along the length. In the context of research, the term gained prominence in the 20th century, especially with advances in multidisciplinary studies where data collection was done over extended periods. Over time, its usage solidified within the fields of sociology, psychology, and health sciences, referring specifically to studies analyzing data and behaviors across various points in time. The importance of longitudinal studies grows as they allow for the examination of developmental trends and the effects of variables over time, making the term increasingly significant in academic literature.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,492, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.