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scientism

Definition of scientism

noun

[mass noun] rare
  • thought or expression regarded as characteristic of scientists.
  • excessive belief in the power of scientific knowledge and techniques.

Derivatives

scientistic

Pronunciation: /-ˈtɪstɪk/
adjective

scientism in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of scientism in the US English dictionary
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