Meaning of "idiographical" in English

The term "idiographical" refers to a descriptive approach focused on the distinctive characteristics or particularities of an individual subject, rather than general principles that apply broadly across cases. It is often used in the context of social science research, where the study of unique phenomena or the development of case studies requires a thorough understanding of the specific traits and conditions influencing the subject. The idiographical approach values depth over breadth, offering a nuanced perspective on the singular aspects of cases.

Meaning of "idiographical" in French

"Idiographical" refers to a methodological approach concentrating on the unique features of an individual case, rather than formulating broad generalizations applicable to multiple cases. This approach is valued in qualitative research, as it seeks to capture comprehensive details and draw insights from specific contexts or scenarios. The focus on individualized attributes allows for a richer understanding of the subject matter, contrasting with nomothetical approaches that aim to establish universal laws.

Pronunciation of "idiographical" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˌɪdɪəˈɡræfɪkəl]

Pronunciation Variations: In English, pronunciation may vary slightly between dialects, such as American and British English. Generally, British pronunciation might have a more pronounced second syllable, whereas American speakers may reduce it slightly.

Pronunciation of "idiographical" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [idioɡʁafik]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "idiographical" in French doesn't vary significantly across regions, but local accents might influence vowel sounds, especially in Francophone countries outside of France.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The idiographical study of the artist focused on his unique style.
    (L'étude idiographique de l'artiste s'est concentrée sur son style unique.)

  2. Research in psychology often balances idiographical and nomothetical approaches.
    (La recherche en psychologie équilibre souvent les approches idiographiques et nomothétiques.)

  3. An idiographical perspective was essential in understanding the historical event's impact.
    (Une perspective idiographique était essentielle pour comprendre l'impact de l'événement historique.)

  4. The idiographical analysis highlighted the distinctive traits of the community.
    (L'analyse idiographique a mis en évidence les caractéristiques distinctives de la communauté.)

  5. His idiographical approach made his findings particularly compelling.
    (Son approche idiographique a rendu ses conclusions particulièrement convaincantes.)

  6. The idiographical framework was used to assess individual learning differences.
    (Le cadre idiographique a été utilisé pour évaluer les différences d'apprentissage individuelles.)

  7. The study's idiographical nature provided deep insights into cultural practices.
    (La nature idiographique de l'étude a fourni des éclairages profonds sur les pratiques culturelles.)

  8. In contrast, her colleague preferred a more idiographical method.
    (En revanche, sa collègue préférait une méthode plus idiographique.)

  9. The idiographical report detailed personal experiences and narratives.
    (Le rapport idiographique détaillait des expériences personnelles et des récits.)

  10. They used an idiographical framework to understand behavioral patterns.
    (Ils ont utilisé un cadre idiographique pour comprendre les schémas comportementaux.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "idiographical" in English

Synonyms: case-specific, descriptive, individual-focused, detailed, personalized

Antonyms: nomothetic, generalizing, universal, broad, generalized

Similar Words: particular, specific, unique, tailored, customized

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "idiographical" in French

Synonyms: -

Antonyms: nomothétique, généralisant, universel, global, général

Similar Words: particulier, spécifique, unique, sur mesure, personnalisé

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