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chronometric

chronometric

1 8.0
Relating to measuring time, for example in clocks or timers
  • adjective
  • /ˌkrɒnəˈmɛtrɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : cronométrico
  • It is now well-established that a strong and significant correlation exists between these chronometric measures of speed of information processing and performance on standardized IQ tests.
  • chronometric measures

Examples

  • A number of studies are cited that have investigated the heritability of measures of speed of information processing and that have identified basic physiological correlates of these chronometric measures.

    Academic text (1990)
  • Reaction time and speed of information-processing paradigms—collectively referred to as "chronometric methods or measures"—have in recent years become increasingly popular in studies of the nature of human intelligence.

    Academic text (1990)
  • The chronometric measures are experimental.

    Academic text (1990)
  • Future applications of chronometric measures are plausible.

    Academic text (1990)
  • The chronometric display showed almost noon, and she went over to the little kitchen to mix herself a stiff drink.

    Fiction book (1990)
  • Enough said for now, but we anticipate future developments in chronometric measurement that may have practical applications in diagnosis.

    Academic text (1990)
  • Vernon appears to regard the chronometric cognitive measures as largely experimental, with limited direct application to diagnosis or treatment.

    Academic text (1990)
  • The chronometric measures described by Bernon (1990) are not as explicitly related to theory.

    Academic text (1990)
  • Many scientists use chronometric devices to accurately measure time intervals during experiments.

  • The research team presented their findings on chronometric techniques used in psychological assessments.

Synonyms

horological
vschronometric
  • Specialized
1 8.5

Relating to measuring time and making clocks and watches

focuses on precise measurement and on instruments that measure time
chronographic
vschronometric
  • Specialized
8.2

Used for measuring and recording time

focuses on measurement instruments and their use rather than recording results

Surface Forms

chronometric positive

Morphology

chronometric = metric (transparent) = chrono + metric

The meaning follows directly from 'chrono' meaning time and 'metric' meaning measuring.

Etymology

Chronometric comes from Greek parts chron- meaning 'time' and -metric meaning 'measure', just like the word chronometer for a precise clock. So chronometric refers to measuring 'time' or to instruments that record exact 'time', for example accurate clocks used in experiments.