Meaning & use

scientific

adjective·Academic

Based on or using the systematic methods and principles of science.

See it in a sentence

The team followed a strict scientific method to test their hypothesis.

There is no scientific evidence to support that particular claim.

A note on using this word

Scientific implies rigor, evidence, and testable methods, setting it apart from mere opinion or anecdote.

Words with a similar meaning

empiricalsystematic

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Words with an opposite meaning

unscientific

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