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scientifically

 

[ ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

methodological approach

The term 'scientifically' refers to the manner in which a process is carried out based on the principles of science. It implies that activities are conducted with a systematic, objective, and empirical approach, typically involving experimentation and observation. When something is done scientifically, it is based on data and evidence rather than intuition or personal belief. This approach is essential in fields ranging from medicine to environmental science, ensuring that conclusions drawn are reliable and replicable.

Synonyms

empirically, methodically, systematically

Examples of usage

  • The results were analyzed scientifically to ensure accuracy.
  • The experiment was designed scientifically to eliminate bias.
  • She approached the problem scientifically, using the scientific method.
  • The findings were presented scientifically at the conference.

Translations

Translations of the word "scientifically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cientificamente

🇮🇳 वैज्ञानिक रूप से

🇩🇪 wissenschaftlich

🇮🇩 secara ilmiah

🇺🇦 науково

🇵🇱 naukowo

🇯🇵 科学的に

🇫🇷 scientifiquement

🇪🇸 científicamente

🇹🇷 bilimsel olarak

🇰🇷 과학적으로

🇸🇦 علمياً

🇨🇿 vědecky

🇸🇰 vedecky

🇨🇳 科学地

🇸🇮 znanstveno

🇮🇸 vísindalega

🇰🇿 ғылыми түрде

🇬🇪 სამეცნიეროდ

🇦🇿 elmi şəkildə

🇲🇽 científicamente

Word origin

The adverb 'scientifically' originated from the root word 'science', which comes from the Latin word 'scientia', meaning 'knowledge'. The prefix 'sci-' is from Latin, associating it with the knowledge acquired through observation and reason. The suffix '-ically' denotes the manner of doing something. The formation of the word mirrors the development of scientific inquiry during the Renaissance period, when empirical methods began to take precedence over philosophical speculation in the search for knowledge. As science evolved, so did the usage of the term, signifying actions and conclusions that rely on systematic methodologies and logical reasoning. Throughout the Enlightenment and into the modern era, it has become a fundamental part of the language associated with research, experimentation, and evidence-based practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,025, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.