unscientific

adjective un·sci·en·tif·ic \ˌən-ˌsī-ən-ˈti-fik\

: not done in a way that agrees with the methods of science : not scientific

Full Definition of UNSCIENTIFIC

: not scientific: as

a : not used in scientific work

b : not being in accord with the principles and methods of science <unscientific management of woodlands> <an unscientific survey>

c : not showing scientific knowledge or familiarity with scientific methods

— un·sci·en·tif·i·cal·ly \-fi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

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circa 1775

UNSCIENTIFIC Defined for Kids

adjective un·sci·en·tif·ic \ˌən-ˌsī-ən-ˈti-fik\

: not using or applying the methods or principles of science : not scientific <an unscientific explanation>

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