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scientifically-minded

|sci-en-tif-i-cal-ly-mind-ed|

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/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪkli ˈmaɪndɪd/

scientific approach

Etymology
Etymology Information

'scientifically-minded' originates from the combination of 'scientific' and 'mind,' where 'scientific' is derived from Latin 'scientia' meaning 'knowledge' and 'mind' from Old English 'mynd' meaning 'memory, thought.'

Historical Evolution

'scientific' evolved from the Latin word 'scientificus,' and 'mind' from the Old English 'mynd,' eventually forming the modern English term 'scientifically-minded.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'scientific' meant 'pertaining to knowledge,' and 'mind' referred to 'memory or thought,' evolving to mean 'having a scientific approach or mindset.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a mindset or approach that is based on scientific principles or methods.

She is scientifically-minded and always approaches problems with logic and evidence.

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