Unscientific — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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

Meaning & Definition of Unscientific

Unscientific (adjective)

  1. not scientific, not based on or exhibiting scientific knowledge or scientific methodology, not in accord with the principles and methods of science

Unscientific (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in illogical, absurd

    similar: absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous, half-baked, half-witted, harebrained, insane, loony, mad, nonsensical, nutty, preposterous, simpleminded, stupid, weak-minded, witless, illegitimate, illogical, incoherent, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, unreasonable, unsound, weak, casuistic, eristic, fallacious, misleading, sophistic, specious, senseless, thoughtless, uncompelling, unconvincing, unarticulated
    opposite: analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical, rational, reasonable, sensible, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded, a posteriori, a priori, syllogistic, cognitive, empirical

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unscientific

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unscientific:

absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous, half-baked, half-witted, harebrained, insane, loony, mad, nonsensical, nutty, preposterous, simpleminded, stupid, weak-minded, witless, illegitimate, illogical, incoherent, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, unreasonable, unsound, weak, casuistic, eristic, fallacious, misleading, sophistic, specious, senseless, thoughtless, uncompelling, unconvincing, unarticulated

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unscientific

Words with the opposite meaning of Unscientific:

analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical, rational, reasonable, sensible, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded, a posteriori, a priori, syllogistic, cognitive, empirical

Word Forms of Unscientific

Derived words: unscientifically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Unscientific

First known use: circa 1775

Frequently Asked Questions about Unscientific

What does "Unscientific" mean?

"Unscientific" means not scientific, not based on or exhibiting scientific knowledge or scientific methodology, not in accord with the principles and methods of science. As an adjective, it is defined as: not scientific, not based on or exhibiting scientific knowledge or scientific methodology, not in accord with the principles and methods of science.

What is another word for "Unscientific"?

Other words for "Unscientific" include absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous, half-baked, half-witted and harebrained. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unscientific" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unscientific"?

There are 39 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unscientific". Common alternatives include absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous, half-baked, half-witted, harebrained, insane and loony.

What is the opposite of "Unscientific"?

Antonyms of "Unscientific" include analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical, rational, reasonable and sensible.

Is "Unscientific" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unscientific" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unscientific"?

"Unscientific" is pronounced /ˌən-ˌsī-ən-ˈti-fik/ and divided into syllables as un·sci·en·tif·ic.

What is the origin of the word "Unscientific"?

First known use: circa 1775.

What is another word for "Unscientific" meaning "as in illogical, absurd"?

When "Unscientific" (adjective) means as in illogical, absurd, synonyms include absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous and half-baked. Opposites in this sense include analytic, coherent, consequent and good.