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scientific

adjective

ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

Meaning

Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.

relating to or based on science

Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.

The scientific community is working to find a cure for cancer.

experimental, research-based, empirical, methodical, systematic, analytical

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experimental, research-based, empirical, methodical, systematic, analytical

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empirical, systematic, methodical, analytical

unscientific, irrelevant, unproven, baseless, speculative, theoretical, irrational

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unscientific, irrelevant, unproven, baseless, speculative, theoretical

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unscientific, irrational

scientific research, scientific method, scientific discovery

not likely to happen or be true

lacking intelligence or mental capacity; foolish or weak-minded

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.

Tending to remind one of something; suggestive of something in the past.

gloomy; depressing; causing sadness or despair