Definitions for pseudoscientific
pseu·do·sci·en·tif·ic

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1. pseudoscientificadjective

   based on theories and methods erroneously regarded as scientific

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1. pseudoscientificadjective

   Of, relating to, or employing pseudoscience; not scientific, though perhaps made to seem partially scientific.

2. Etymology: pseudo- + scientific or pseudoscien(ce) + -tific

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1. pseudoscientific

   Pseudoscience consists of statements, beliefs, or practices that claim to be both scientific and factual but are incompatible with the scientific method. Pseudoscience is often characterized by contradictory, exaggerated or unfalsifiable claims; reliance on confirmation bias rather than rigorous attempts at refutation; lack of openness to evaluation by other experts; absence of systematic practices when developing hypotheses; and continued adherence long after the pseudoscientific hypotheses have been experimentally discredited.The demarcation between science and pseudoscience has scientific, philosophical, and political implications. Philosophers debate the nature of science and the general criteria for drawing the line between scientific theories and pseudoscientific beliefs, but there is general agreement on examples such as ancient astronauts, climate change denial, dowsing, evolution denial, astrology, alchemy, alternative medicine, occultism, ufology, and creationism. There are implications for health care, the use of expert testimony, and weighing environmental policies. Addressing pseudoscience is part of science education and developing scientific literacy.Pseudoscience can have dangerous effects. For example, pseudoscientific anti-vaccine activism and promotion of homeopathic remedies as alternative disease treatments can result in people forgoing important medical treatments with demonstrable health benefits, leading to deaths and ill-health. Furthermore, people who refuse legitimate medical treatments for contagious diseases may put others at risk. Pseudoscientific theories about racial and ethnic classifications have led to racism and genocide. The term pseudoscience is often considered pejorative, particularly by purveyors of it, because it suggests something is being presented as science inaccurately or even deceptively. Therefore, those practicing or advocating pseudoscience frequently dispute the characterization.

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1. pseudoscientific

   Pseudoscientific refers to beliefs, theories, or practices that claim to be scientific and accurate, but lack supporting evidence or cannot be tested, proven, or disproven according to the scientific method. These often lack consistency, transparency, and are not generally recognized within the scientific community.

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   The numerical value of pseudoscientific in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

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   The numerical value of pseudoscientific in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of pseudoscientific in a Sentence

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   Parents have a fundamental right to know what is being taught in the classroom, in a time when many public schools districts are adopting divisive and pseudoscientific ideologies such as critical race theory, parents must have open access to the curriculum, training programs, and enrichment activities. They deserve a Parent's Bill of Rights that protects their right to conscience and their children's right to a decent education that reflects their values. This is a necessary first step.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=pseudoscientific
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Pseudoscientific
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pseudoscientific
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