pseudoscience
n. theory or system that is presented as a science but has no actual scientific basis (such as astrology) | ||||
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Pseudoscience&tl= Definition from Language, Idioms & Slang Dictionaries & Glossaries
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pseudoscience
Noun
1. an activity resembling science but based on fallacious assumptions
(hypernym) fallacy, false belief
(hyponym) astrology, star divination
Noun
1. an activity resembling science but based on fallacious assumptions
(hypernym) fallacy, false belief
(hyponym) astrology, star divination
Pseudoscience&tl= Definition from Medicine Dictionaries & Glossaries
| The Glossary of the American Council on Science and Health |
pseudoscience
Any activity, practice, system, methodology, or theory that simulates science, or that is described as science, but lacks a scientific basis. Pseudoscience encompasses:
- endorsing a scientifically disproved theory and applying it in medicine or science;
- rejecting standard scientific procedures;
- making the detection of anomalies and enigmas one’s primary aim;
- citing anecdotes, testimonials, and/or myths as scientific evidence;
- selecting and organizing data so that the result conforms to a particular bias; and
- handling matters of science as if the scientific literature comprise all statements by all persons who have ever been regarded as scientists.
Any activity, practice, system, methodology, or theory that simulates science, or that is described as science, but lacks a scientific basis. Pseudoscience encompasses:
- endorsing a scientifically disproved theory and applying it in medicine or science;
- rejecting standard scientific procedures;
- making the detection of anomalies and enigmas one’s primary aim;
- citing anecdotes, testimonials, and/or myths as scientific evidence;
- selecting and organizing data so that the result conforms to a particular bias; and
- handling matters of science as if the scientific literature comprise all statements by all persons who have ever been regarded as scientists.
Pseudoscience&tl= Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Pseudoscience
Pseudoscience is any body of knowledge, methodology, belief, or practice that claims to be scientific or is made to appear scientific, but does not adhere to the basic requirements of the scientific method.
The term pseudoscience is based on the Greek root pseudo- (false or pretending) and science (derived from Latin scientia, meaning knowledge). The first recorded use was in 1843 by French physiologist François Magendie considered a pioneer in experimental physiology.
The term has negative connotations, because it is used to indicate that subjects so labeled are inaccurately or deceptively portrayed as science. Accordingly, those labeled as practicing or advocating a "pseudoscience" normally reject this classification.
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