unscientifically
/ʌnˌsaɪ.ənˈtɪf.ɪ.kəl.i/ (bre, ipa) · /ʌnˌsaɪ.ənˈtɪf.ɪ.kəl.i/ (ame, ipa)
unscientifically — adverb
1. in a manner that ignores or violates the accepted standards of scientific inquir
in a manner that ignores or violates the accepted standards of scientific inquiry
Adaeze argued unscientifically that her tea cured any disease — she ran no control tests.
collocation: argued unscientifically
The survey was conducted unscientifically — Allison asked only her neighbours, not a random sample.
collocation: conducted unscientifically [of a study or survey]
Liam dismissed the report as unscientifically researched — the sample was too small for conclusions.
Alessia reached her conclusion unscientifically, ignoring data that did not fit her theory.
- irrationally
focuses on lack of reason rather than lack of scientific method; broader and more emotional in tone
- haphazardly
emphasises lack of planning or order, not necessarily a violation of scientific standards
- intuitively
describes a decision based on gut feeling rather than evidence; can be neutral or positive
- casually
suggests a relaxed, non-serious approach rather than an explicit rejection of scientific method
- scientifically
adverb opposite — following the principles and methods of science
- rigorously
suggests strict adherence to method and standards, though not exclusively scientific
文法句型
modifies verb phrase
modifies whole clause
用法筆記
Commonly modifies verbs of inquiry or evaluation such as conduct, research, test, argue, claim, or conclude. Typically appears after the verb it modifies or at the end of the clause.