Definition

Adverb: 1. In a manner relating to or using science or the scientific method: Performing an action or analyzing something according to the principles, methods, and rigor of science. 2. From a scientific perspective; in terms of science: Considering or describing something based on scientific knowledge or evidence.

Usage

The adverb "scientifically" is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate that an action is performed, or a statement is made, in accordance with scientific principles. It often implies a systematic, evidence-based, and objective approach.

Examples

• The hypothesis was scientifically tested through a series of controlled experiments.
• This phenomenon has not been scientifically proven.
• It is scientifically impossible for that event to have occurred under those conditions.
• Researchers are working to scientifically validate the traditional medicine's effects.

Advanced Usage

• "Scientifically speaking": Used to introduce a statement from a strictly scientific viewpoint, often implying a contrast with a layperson's or non-scientific perspective.
  • Scientifically speaking, humans are classified as primates.
• "Scientifically rigorous": Describing a method or study that meets the highest standards of scientific inquiry.
  • The journal only publishes scientifically rigorous research.

Variants and Related Words

• Scientific (adjective): Of, relating to, or based on science.
  • She conducted a scientific study.
• Scientist (noun): A person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences.
  • The scientist published her findings.

Synonyms

• Empirically: Based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
• Methodically: In a systematic and orderly way.
• Systematically: Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system.

Antonyms

• Unscientifically: Not in accordance with scientific principles.
• Anecdotally: Based on or consisting of reports or observations of usually unscientific observers.
• Subjectively: Based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions.

Adverb

1. with respect to science; in a scientific way
   • this is scientifically interesting