scientific

Meaning

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

relating to or based on science

Example Sentences

Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.

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

Synonyms

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

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

Entry 2

empirical, systematic, methodical, analytical

Antonyms

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

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unscientific, irrelevant, unproven, baseless, speculative, theoretical

Entry 2

unscientific, irrational

Collocations

scientific research, scientific method, scientific discovery