PsychologyAugust 10, 2026

unscientific

un-sy-uhn-TIF-ik

Definition

Not based on, conforming to, or demonstrating the methods and principles of science.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'scientific,' which traces back to the Latin 'scientia' (knowledge) and 'facere' (to make).

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the Trump administration's perspective on the current childhood vaccine schedule, suggesting it lacks sufficient scientific rigor.

Trump issues executive order aimed at rewriting childhood vaccine schedule

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Scientific American

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