scientific
adjective
sci·en·tif·ic
ˌsī-ən-ˈti-fik 
1
: of, relating to, or exhibiting the methods or principles of science
2
: conducted in the manner of science or according to results of investigation by science : practicing or using thorough or systematic methods
scientific advertising
scientific baby care
a scientific boxer
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This tool, developed by China independently, is used in marine scientific research.
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Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Although information from Myanmar is tightly controlled by the ruling military junta, aid workers and scientific organizations estimate the devastation to be enormous.
—Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025
This pioneering orbital choice will offer new scientific opportunities — studying atmospheric phenomena like STEVE (a cousin of auroras), and even an experiment to grow mushrooms in microgravity — and breathtaking views.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
In 2019, China for the first time awarded more doctorate degrees in science and engineering than the U.S.
What to watch: Scientists, CEOs, university leaders and policymakers earlier this year called for updating the U.S. scientific enterprise to compete in the 21st century.
—Erica Pandey, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Although information from Myanmar is tightly controlled by the ruling military junta, aid workers and scientific organizations estimate the devastation to be enormous.
—Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025
This pioneering orbital choice will offer new scientific opportunities — studying atmospheric phenomena like STEVE (a cousin of auroras), and even an experiment to grow mushrooms in microgravity — and breathtaking views.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
In 2019, China for the first time awarded more doctorate degrees in science and engineering than the U.S.
What to watch: Scientists, CEOs, university leaders and policymakers earlier this year called for updating the U.S. scientific enterprise to compete in the 21st century.
—Erica Pandey, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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“Scientific.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scientific. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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scientific
adjective
sci·en·tif·ic
ˌsī-ən-ˈtif-ik
: of, relating to, or exhibiting the methods or rules of science
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scientific
adjective
sci·en·tif·ic
ˌsī-ən-ˈtif-ik
: of, relating to, or exhibiting the methods or principles of science
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