science
Translation
science
Examples
Science helps us understand the world.
Science helps us understand the world.
My favorite subject in school is science.
My favourite subject in school is science.
The science behind this is complex.
The science behind this is complex.
Grammar Patterns
((science)) the study of the natural world Science has changed our lives.
((the science of/behind sth.)) the principles of a subject I'm studying the science of genetics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: knowledge, study, discipline; Antonyms: superstition, ignorance
Etymology
From Latin 'scientia' meaning 'knowledge', which comes from 'scire', 'to know'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'scire' (to know). Science is the process of 'getting to know' the world around us.