Meaning of the word heuristic in English
What does heuristic mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
heuristic
US /hjuːˈrɪs.tɪk/
UK /hjʊəˈrɪs.tɪk/
Adjective
enabling a person to discover or learn something for themselves
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The teacher used a heuristic approach to problem-solving.
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This software employs heuristic algorithms to detect anomalies.
Noun
a heuristic process or method
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Using a simple heuristic, he quickly estimated the answer.
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Many cognitive biases are based on mental heuristics.