subjectwise

Subjectwise is a term in English that functions as an adverb and, less commonly, as an adjective. It means with regard to the subject or subjects; in relation to the subject matter, or from the perspective of the subject. The word is formed by attaching the suffix -wise to the noun subject, following a productive pattern in English that yields terms like clockwise and lengthwise.

Usage is relatively niche and most common in academic, technical, or data-analytic writing. It is used to indicate that information is organized or interpreted by subject rather than by other criteria such as time, location, or variable. In practice, a writer might present results subjectwise, showing outcomes for each subject category, or describe a subjectwise comparison between groups.

Examples: Subjectwise, the results show higher variance for younger participants. The report presents data subjectwise, highlighting differences by subject while controlling for extraneous factors.

Alternative phrasings include by subject, per subject, subject-based, or subject-oriented. Some style guides treat subjectwise as informal or uncommon and may prefer more explicit wording. Because the meaning depends on context, readers should ensure the intended “subject” is clear to avoid ambiguity.