Empirical.

(historical) A member of a sect of ancient physicians who based their theories solely on experience. / Someone who is guided by empiricism; an empiricist.

The official nickname for the state of New York in the United States of America. / Empire State Building

(historical) The empire ruled by the Achaemenid dynasty 550 BCE to 330 BCE

(historical) Japan from the Constitution of the Empire of Japan (1890) until the enactment of the post-WWII Constitution of Japan (1947). Unofficially used for Japan from the end of the shogunate (1868) to the end of the World War II (1945).

The pre-Columbian empire spreading over many parts of western South America. It was controlled by the Incas, and had its capital as Cuzco.

Empire of China

(fashion) A style of women's clothing characterised by a fitted bodice that ended just below the bust

The United States of America together with its allies, viewed as having the qualities characteristic of an empire.

(fashion) A waistline on a woman's dress that is located immediately below the bust