empirical

based on what is seen or tested, not on theory

अनुभवजन्य, प्रयोगसिद्ध

Usage

Examples

There is empirical evidence that yoga lowers stress.

Scientists need empirical data, not guesses.

Common mistake

The study gave imperial evidence for the claim.

The study gave empirical evidence for the claim.

Imperial means of an empire.

Remember: Empirical: proved by experiment.