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idiographic

idiographic Idiographic refers to a research focus on close, intensive analysis of each individual participant’s account or transcript.

Idiographic refers to a research focus on close, intensive analysis of each individual participant’s account or transcript. In this use, it emphasizes depth and detailed interpretation of personal experience rather than a broad, more superficial description.