释义 |
sci·en·tism \ˈsīən.ˌtizəm\ noun (-s) Etymology: scientist + -ism 1. : the methods, mental attitude, doctrines, or modes of expression characteristic or held to be characteristic of scientists 2. : a thesis that the methods of the natural sciences should be used in all areas of investigation including philosophy, the humanities, and the social sciences : a belief that only such methods can fruitfully be used in the pursuit of knowledge |