The Consumer Research Glossary

Unlock the world of consumer research with SightX! Our comprehensive glossary breaks down key terms and concepts—empowering you to navigate insights with ease. Explore industry-defining terminology from the authoritative consumer research platform.

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Sample Size

Sample size is the number of participants in a study. A well-chosen sample ensures…

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Semantic Differential Scale…

A semantic differential scale uses bipolar adjectives to measure attitudes and…

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Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment analysis uses AI and NLP to assess emotional tone in text, helping businesses…

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Statistical Significance…

Statistical significance ensures research results are reliable and not due to chance,…

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Survey Fatigue

Survey fatigue reduces response rates and data quality. It occurs from long, repetitive…

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T-Test

A t-test compares the means of two groups to determine if observed differences are…

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Target Audience

A target audience is a specific group of consumers defined by demographics, behaviors,…

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Text Analytics

Text analytics transforms unstructured text into actionable insights using NLP, sentiment…

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Top-Box Analysis

Top-box analysis focuses on the most positive survey responses to measure satisfaction,…

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Trend Analysis

Trend analysis identifies patterns over time to predict future market changes, guide…

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Unstructured Data

Unstructured data lacks a predefined format, including text, images, and audio. AI tools…

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Usability Testing

Usability testing evaluates how easily users interact with a product, identifying pain…

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User Personas

User personas are data-driven profiles that represent target customers, helping teams…

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Utility Analysis

Utility analysis measures the value of product features to consumers, guiding better…

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Validity

Validity ensures research accurately measures what it intends to, providing reliable data…