binomial distribution
noun
Simple meaning
A theoretical distribution of the number of successes in a finite set of independent trials with a constant probability of success.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
bynohmeeuhldihstruhbyooshuhnSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
baɪˈnoʊmiəldɪstɹəbˈjuʃən
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
probability theorystatistics
A theoretical distribution of the number of successes in a finite set of independent trials with a constant probability of success
probability theorystatistics
The discrete probability distribution of the number of successes in a sequence of n independent trials, each of which yields success with probability p.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: A theoretical distribution of the number of successes in a finite set of independent trials with a constant probability of success
Used this way, binomial distribution is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It turns up most in academic writing contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Successful and accomplished
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
Where it naturally appears
- Academic writing
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