scientifically
UK: ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪkli | US: ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪkli
adv. in a manner relating to or based on science
adv. with precision, accuracy, or systematic methodology
scientifically = scientific<relating to science> + ally<adverbial suffix>
- scientific: Derived from science (<Latin scientia "knowledge") + fic (<Latin facere "to make"), meaning "pertaining to knowledge or systematic study."
- ally: A suffix forming adverbs from adjectives, indicating "in a manner of" (e.g., basically, logically).
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin scientia ("knowledge"), combined with -ficus ("making"), forming scientificus in Medieval Latin. The adverbial suffix -ally was later appended in English to describe actions performed with scientific rigor. The term reflects the Enlightenment-era emphasis on systematic, evidence-based inquiry.
The experiment was conducted scientifically to ensure unbiased results.
She approached the problem scientifically, analyzing data before drawing conclusions.
The study was designed scientifically to meet peer-review standards.
He argued that even everyday decisions could be made more scientifically.
The theory was tested scientifically and proven valid under controlled conditions.