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pseudoscience

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Pseudoscience (noun) means a set of ideas or claims that are presented as scientific but do not follow real scientific methods.

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1

A set of ideas or claims that are presented as scientific but do not follow real scientific methods.

2

Made-up science of the kind found in science fiction stories.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is the meaning of pseudoscience?

"pseudoscience" (noun) means a set of ideas or claims that are presented as scientific but do not follow real scientific methods.

What are the different meanings of pseudoscience?

"pseudoscience" has 2 main meanings: 1. A set of ideas or claims that are presented as scientific but do not follow real scientific methods; 2. Made-up science of the kind found in science fiction stories.

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