a priori

UK
/eɪ prɪˈɔːraɪ/
US
/eɪ prɪˈɔraɪ/
a prioriadjective
UK
/eɪ prɪˈɔːraɪ/
US
/eɪ prɪˈɔraɪ/
Translations
The scientist made an a priori assumption before conducting the experiment.
Ученый сделал априорное предположение перед проведением эксперимента.
Definitions
Relating to knowledge or reasoning that is independent of experience or empirical evidence.
The philosopher presented an a priori argument that did not rely on any observational data.
Presumed or assumed without examination or analysis.
The scientist made an a priori assumption about the outcome of the experiment before conducting it.