pseudo-scientist

pseu·do-sci·en·tist

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [soo-doh sahy-uh n-tist]
- /ˈsu doʊ ˈsaɪ ən tɪst/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [soo-doh sahy-uh n-tist]
- /ˈsu doʊ ˈsaɪ ən tɪst/

Definition of pseudo-scientist word

noun pseudo-scientist any of various methods, theories, or systems, as astrology, psychokinesis, or clairvoyance, considered as having no scientific basis. 1

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Origin of pseudo-scientist

First appearance:

before 1835

One of the 34% newest English words

First recorded in 1835-45; pseudo- + science

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pseudo-scientist popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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