unscientific

[uhn-sahy-uhn-tif-ik]

adjective

1. not scientific; not employed in science.

   an unscientific measuring device.

2. not conforming to the principles or methods of science.

   an unscientific approach to a problem.

3. not demonstrating scientific knowledge or scientific methods.

   an unscientific report.

unscientific

/ ˌʌnsaɪənˈtɪfɪk /

adjective

1. not consistent with the methods or principles of science, esp lacking objectivity

2. ignorant of science

Other Word Forms

• unscientifically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unscientific¹

First recorded in 1765–75; un- ¹ + scientific

Example Sentences

Lawmakers from both parties pressed him on rising measles outbreaks and delays in routine childhood immunizations, calling his policies “dangerous” and “unscientific.”

From Salon

They said she was being targeted for refusing "to rubber-stamp unscientific, reckless directives and fire dedicated health experts" and accused Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr of "weaponising public health".

From BBC

It was the result of "absolute carelessness, irresponsibility and unscientific empiricism", he said.

From BBC

Kim earlier said Wednesday's incident was caused by "absolute carelessness, irresponsibility and unscientific empiricism".

From BBC

Kim said on Thursday the accident was caused by "absolute carelessness, irresponsibility and unscientific empiricism".

From BBC

Related Words

• illogical 
• irrational