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posteriors

[ pɑːˈstɪəriərz ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

probability theory

The probabilities assigned to each possible outcome of a random variable after the data has been observed.

Synonyms

conditional probabilities, posterior probabilities.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
posteriors	See above for 'posteriors'.
posterior probabilities	Specifically used in Bayesian statistics to describe the probability of a hypothesis given the observed data. This term is suitable for technical discussions and academic contexts. The posterior probabilities give us updated beliefs about the hypothesis after observing the data. We use the posterior probabilities to make better decisions based on the evidence.
conditional probabilities	Commonly used in probability theory and statistics to describe the probability of an event given the occurrence of another event. This term is often used in educational or explanatory contexts. The conditional probabilities help us understand how the likelihood of one event affects another. In this problem, we are asked to calculate the conditional probabilities for various scenarios.

Word

Description / Examples

posteriors

See above for 'posteriors'.

posterior probabilities

Specifically used in Bayesian statistics to describe the probability of a hypothesis given the observed data. This term is suitable for technical discussions and academic contexts.

The posterior probabilities give us updated beliefs about the hypothesis after observing the data.
We use the posterior probabilities to make better decisions based on the evidence.

conditional probabilities

Commonly used in probability theory and statistics to describe the probability of an event given the occurrence of another event. This term is often used in educational or explanatory contexts.

The conditional probabilities help us understand how the likelihood of one event affects another.
In this problem, we are asked to calculate the conditional probabilities for various scenarios.

Examples of usage

After collecting the data, we calculated the posteriors for each hypothesis.
The posteriors were updated based on the new information.
The posterior distribution can be used to make predictions.
The posteriors are crucial for Bayesian inference.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

anatomy

The back part of a person's body, from the shoulders to the hips.

Synonyms

backside, buttocks, rear.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
posteriors	This term is quite formal and clinical, often used in medical or anatomical discussions. The doctor examined the patient’s posteriors for any signs of inflammation
backside	This word is casual and commonly used in informal conversations. It is generally inoffensive and suitable for all ages. She fell and landed on her backside
rear	This word can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used to refer to the back part of anything, including the human body. They placed the luggage near the rear of the car
buttocks	Another formal term, mostly used in anatomical or medical contexts. It is also acceptable in polite conversation. The exercise routine was designed to strengthen the buttocks

Examples of usage

He leaned against the wall, resting his posterior on the cold surface.
She felt a sharp pain in her posterior after sitting for too long.
The massage therapist focused on relieving tension in the posterior muscles.
The horse kicked its hind legs with its posterior facing us.

Translations

Translations of the word "posteriors" in other languages:

🇵🇹 posteriores

🇮🇳 पीछे वाले

🇩🇪 hintere

🇮🇩 belakang

🇺🇦 задні

🇵🇱 tylne

🇯🇵 後部

🇫🇷 postérieurs

🇪🇸 posteriores

🇹🇷 arka

🇰🇷 뒤쪽의

🇸🇦 خلفية

🇨🇿 zadní

🇸🇰 zadné

🇨🇳 后部的

🇸🇮 zadnji

🇮🇸 aftari

🇰🇿 артқы

🇬🇪 უკანა

🇦🇿 arxa

🇲🇽 posteriores

Etymology

The word 'posteriors' has Latin origins, coming from the Latin word 'posterior', meaning 'further back' or 'later'. It has been used in various fields such as probability theory and anatomy to refer to different concepts. In probability theory, 'posteriors' refer to the probabilities assigned to outcomes after observing data, while in anatomy, it refers to the back part of a person's body. The word has evolved over time to have these distinct meanings.