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adjective

scientific

adj.
US /ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/ UK /saɪəntˈɪfɪk/ sci·en·tif·ic

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate Science

    related to the study of science or used in science.

    relating to or based on the systematic study of the structure and behaviour of the physical and natural world.

    Simple

    The team published their scientific discovery in a famous journal.

    In context

    The expedition collected a vast array of scientific data, ranging from atmospheric pressure readings to soil samples from the valley floor.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    done in a careful, organized way using facts and testing.

    characterised by the use of systematic methods, rigorous observation, and logical reasoning.

    Simple

    We need a more scientific approach to solve this business problem.

    In context

    The marketing department adopted a more scientific methodology, using A/B testing and statistical analysis rather than relying on gut instinct.

Usage appreciation scientific · limiting scientific · merit scientific

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Level B1 · Intermediate
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