Undemonstrated: meaning, definitions and examples

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undemonstrated

 

[ ʌnˈdɛmənˌstreɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in scientific research

Not proven or shown to be true through evidence or experiments.

Synonyms

unproven, unsubstantiated, unverified

Examples of usage

  • The hypothesis remains undemonstrated due to lack of supporting data.
  • The theory is still undemonstrated and requires further experimentation to validate.

Etymology

The word 'undemonstrated' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'demonstrated' meaning 'proved or shown through evidence'. The term is commonly used in scientific research to describe theories or hypotheses that lack supporting evidence or proof. The concept of 'undemonstrated' highlights the importance of empirical evidence and experimentation in establishing the validity of scientific claims.

See also: demonstrable, demonstrated, demonstrative, demonstrativeness, demonstrator.