Regression: meaning, definitions and examples

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regression

 

[ rษชหˆษกrษ›สƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

statistic analysis

Regression is a statistical method used in finance, investing, and other disciplines to make predictions based on the relationship between two or more variables. It aims to find the best-fitting line that describes the relationship between the variables, allowing for the prediction of future values.

Synonyms

forecasting, predictive modeling

Examples of usage

  • Linear regression is commonly used to predict stock prices based on historical data.
  • Multiple regression can be used to analyze the impact of several factors on a particular outcome.
Context #2 | Noun

psychology

Regression is a defense mechanism where an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development in the face of stress or conflict. It involves retreating to a more infantile or immature behavior pattern.

Synonyms

fallback, retreat

Examples of usage

  • When under pressure, some adults may exhibit regression by throwing tantrums like a child.
  • Regression can be a coping mechanism for individuals experiencing trauma.

Translations

Translations of the word "regression" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น regressรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคคเคฟเค—เคฎเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Regression

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ regresi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะตะณั€ะตัั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ regresja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ›žๅธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉgression

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ regresiรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท regresyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšŒ๊ท€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู†ุญุฏุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ regrese

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ regresia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›žๅฝ’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ regresija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ afturfรถr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะตะณั€ะตััะธั

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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ reqressiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ regresiรณn

Etymology

The term 'regression' originated in the field of statistics in the 19th century, when Sir Francis Galton first used it to describe a phenomenon in which the heights of descendants of tall ancestors tend to regress towards the average height of the population. Over time, the concept of regression expanded to other fields such as psychology, economics, and biology, where it is used to describe various types of relationships and behaviors.

See also: regressing, regressive, retrogression.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,086 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.