scientific
adjective
of or relating to science or the sciences.
scientifically
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a word derived from
scientific.
Example Sentences
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These institutions carefully store and maintain scientifically important fossils so they remain available for future research.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026
Prof Maggs' new species will be known scientifically as ceramium ruenessianum, in honour of her colleague who has studied this type of species for the last 40 years.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
But there has been an increasing number of randomized, controlled trials—a more scientifically rigorous method—in recent years showing that coffee consumption can be beneficial for heart health, Marcus said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
The author is a law school professor, researcher and author of an upcoming book on the scientifically proven neural superpowers of grandmothers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
No, there had to be a scientifically acceptable reason for what they were witnessing.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
