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scientific

/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/
sci · en · tif · ic
Adverb:scientifically
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1

Relating to, based on, or characterized by the methods and principles of science.

Example

"The research team published their scientific findings in a peer-reviewed journal."

2

Systematic, methodical, or precise in approach or execution.

Example

"She took a scientific approach to organizing the archive and cataloging the manuscripts."

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sciatic
sciatica
science
scientific
scientifically
scientist
scientologist

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French scientifique or Late Latin scientificus ('producing knowledge'), derived from Latin scientia ('knowledge') and -ficus ('making').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scientific. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scientific
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