Scientifique (en. Scientist)

/sjɑ̃.ti.fik/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Related to science.
Scientific methods are essential for research.
Les méthodes scientifiques sont essentielles pour la recherche.
Based on facts and evidence.
He needs scientific explanations to believe.
Il a besoin d'explications scientifiques pour croire.
Worthy of a scientist in terms of rigor or precision.
This analysis is very scientific.
Cette analyse est très scientifique.

Etymology

From the Latin 'scientificus', derived from 'scientia' which means 'knowledge'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scientific method
Systematic process of observation, experimentation, and analysis.
méthode scientifique
scientific spirit
Rational and critical approach to problems.
esprit scientifique
scientific research
In-depth study seeking to discover facts or develop theories.
recherche scientifique

Related Words

science
Systematic knowledge based on observation and experimentation.
science
scientist (noun)
Person who engages in scientific research.
scientifique (nom)
experimentation
Action of testing a hypothesis through experiments.
expérimentation

Slang Meanings

An expert in a complex subject.
This guy is a scientist in his field!
Ce gars, c'est un scientifique dans son domaine!
Someone who likes to analyze everything.
Stop being so scientific and enjoy the party!
Arrête d'être si scientifique et profite de la fête!