multinomial
- adjective
- /ˌmʌltɪˈnoʊmiəl/
- Specialized
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multinomial
- Table 6 presents results from a multinomial logit model on our four-category dependent variable.
- multinomial logistic
- multinomial regression
- multinomial model
Examples
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Because the criterion variable is defined by three categories, the study employed a multinomial logistic regression (MLR).
Academic text (2011) -
In terms of primary employment position, multinomial logistic regression indicated that no significant differences existed among racial groups.
Academic text (2013) -
I also try using a multinomial logit model with fixed effects.
Academic text (2018) -
As stated previously, the categorical nature of the dependent variable called for the use of a multinomial model.
Academic text (2005) -
In statistics, a multinomial model allows researchers to analyze outcomes with more than two categorical responses.
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Using a multinomial distribution helps in modeling events that can occur in multiple ways.
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A multinomial approach is essential when considering factors influencing choices between several options.
Synonyms
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Having the form of an expression with numbers multiplied by letters raised to whole number powers
How Many Terms
Surface Forms
Morphology
multinomial = multi + nomial
The prefix multi- clearly contributes the idea of 'many,' but the bound stem -nomial is a specialized mathematical form that is not transparent to an average learner.
Etymology
Multinomial comes from the parts multi- meaning 'many' and -nomial from a word for 'name' that math uses to mean a 'term' or part. So, as an adjective, multinomial describes something that has 'many terms', like a polynomial with several parts.