Definition

Describing ideas or actions that go against the principles of scientific reasoning and methods.

Example

Some people hold antiscientific beliefs that reject established scientific facts.

Conversation

Have you heard about those claims that are totally antiscientific?

Yeah, it's surprising how some people ignore real science.

I just don't understand why they would believe something so antiscientific.

It really makes you think about how important education is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antiscientific → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "scientific" (from Latin "scientia", meaning knowledge). The word describes something that is against or opposed to scientific knowledge or principles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'against' ('anti-') knowledge ('scientific') to remember that 'antiscientific' refers to ideas that oppose scientific understanding.

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