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Definition

adjective

(1) Of, or having to do with science, as in scientific studies, scientific method, a scientific approach.

(2) Agreeing with or consistent with the principles or methods used in science.

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Word origin: F. Scientifique; L. Scientia science _ facere = to make.

Related forms: scientifically (adjective).
Related terms: scientific feasibility, scientific integrity review, scientific method, Scientific Agriculture, Scientific Name, Scientific theory.

See also: science.