SCIENTIFICALLY

scientifically

(adverb) with respect to science; in a scientific way; “this is scientifically interesting”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

scientifically (comparative more scientifically, superlative most scientifically)

Using science or methods of science.

Using the scientific method.

Methodically.

With regard to science.

From a scientific perspective.

Synonyms

• (methodically): systematically, systemwise; see also methodically

Source: Wiktionary


Sci`en*tif"ic*al*ly, adv.

Definition: In a scientific manner; according to the rules or principles of science. It is easier to believe than to be scientifically instructed. Locke.

SCIENTIFIC

Sci`en*tif"ic, a. Etym: [F. scientifique; L. scientia science + facere to make.]

1. Of or pertaining to science; used in science; as, scientific principles; scientific apparatus; scientific observations.

2. Agreeing with, or depending on, the rules or principles of science; as, a scientific classification; a scientific arrangement of fossils.

3. Having a knowledge of science, or of a science; evincing science or systematic knowledge; as, a scientific chemist; a scientific reasoner; a scientific argument. Bossuet is as scientific in the structure of his sentences. Lander. Scientific method, the method employed in exact science and consisting of: (a) Careful and abundant observation and experiment. (b) generalization of the results into formulated "Laws" and statements.

SCIENTIFICAL

Sci`en*tif"ic*al, a.

Definition: Scientific. Locke.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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