Oversample

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈsæmpəɫ/

Oversample (verb)

  1. to gather more data than needed to ensure accuracy or detail in results.
  2. to raise the frequency of sampling in digital processing to improve quality.

Examples

  • Researchers often oversample to ensure minority groups are represented.
  • The survey team decided to oversample rural areas for better accuracy.

Common collocations: oversample a population, oversample data, oversample a signal, oversample audio

Synonyms of Oversample

Neutral

Antonyms of Oversample

  • when not enough data is collected