scientific
Translation
scientific
Examples
They conducted a scientific experiment.
They conducted a scientific experiment.
We need a scientific approach to the problem.
We need a scientific approach to the problem.
This journal publishes scientific papers.
This journal publishes scientific papers.
Grammar Patterns
((a scientific noun)) relating to science A scientific study requires evidence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: systematic, methodical, empirical; Antonyms: unscientific, random
Etymology
From 'science' (from Latin 'scientia' - knowledge) + '-ific' (from Latin '-ficus' - making, doing). Literally 'knowledge-making'.
Memory Tips
This is the adjective form of 'science'. If something relates to science, it is 'scientific'.