Empirical-Imperial | Commonly Confused Words
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Empirical vs. Imperial

Empirical

Based on observation or experience rather than theory or logic

Examples:

Her conclusions were based on vast empirical data.Empirical evidence supports this scientific theory.Empirical observations have reshaped medical beliefs.

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Imperial

/ɪmˈpɪəriəl/
Relating to an empire or an emperor

Examples:

The imperial fleet set sail at dawn, its flags fluttering.Her imperial demeanor commanded respect from everyone in the room.Ancient imperial architecture was prominent in their designs.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Imperial refers to anything related to an empire, monarchy, or large-scale authoritative system.
  • Empirical is related to knowledge gained from observation or experience, rather than theory or pure logic.
  • Think of the empire in imperial to connect it with dominance and authority.
  • Link empire with emperor to remember imperial deals with rulers or large powers.
  • Remember empirical starts with empir-, as empirical evidence which refers to evidence based on observation.
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