unscientific
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/ˌʌnˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/
not scientifically
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unscientific' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'scientific,' which comes from the Latin 'scientificus,' meaning 'producing knowledge.'
Historical Evolution
'scientificus' transformed into the English word 'scientific,' and the prefix 'un-' was added to form 'unscientific.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not producing knowledge,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not based on scientific principles.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not based on or adhering to the principles of science.
His approach to the problem was unscientific and lacked evidence.
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