unscientific

American  

[uhn-sahy-uhn-tif-ik] / ˌʌn saɪ ənˈtɪf ɪk /

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.

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unscientific British  

/ ˌʌnsaɪənˈtɪfɪk /

adjective

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

2. ignorant of science

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Other Word Forms

• unscientifically adverb

Etymology

Origin of unscientific

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

Example Sentences

“We should not spend over $150 million of public funds to reduce baseless, unscientific, unrealistic concerns about service tunnel noise from a very deep tunnel,” said Thomas Smith, a longtime Angeleno.

From Los Angeles Times

Animal welfare groups argue that putting dogs into already-overburdened shelters is unscientific, while those seeking removal of stray dogs from public places say unchecked populations is endangering people's lives and livelihoods.

From BBC

Deviating from that approach would have meant improvising a different formula on the fly, the BLS said, a move that could have appeared unscientific to the public.

From The Wall Street Journal

The former commissioners said the proposed changes are unscientific and hinder collaboration and debate.

From The Wall Street Journal

This, of course, is unscientific babbling, which is why the professor is a beloved guest on Rogan’s show.

From Salon

Related Words

• illogical
• irrational