scientific
[ sahy-uh n-tif-ik ]
/ ˌsaɪ ənˈtɪf ɪk /
adjective
of or relating to science or the sciences: scientific studies.
occupied or concerned with science: scientific experts.
regulated by or conforming to the principles of exact science: scientific procedures.
systematic or accurate in the manner of an exact science.
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scientific
/ (ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk) /
adjective
(prenominal)
of, relating to, derived from, or used in science
scientific equipment
(prenominal)
occupied in science
scientific manpower
conforming with the principles or methods used in science
a scientific approach