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pure science

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.52 in modern English

Syllables
pure -science
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
11
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Research performed without regard to practical applications, either for the advancement of human knowledge as a goal in itself or at least as a necessary feedstock to translational science.

Uncountable

Usage

Phrases

hard science versus soft science natural science versus social science

Frequently Paired Words

hard science versus soft science natural science versus social science translational science

Synonyms

basic research basic science fundamental science

Antonyms

applied science

Questions

What does pure science mean?
Research performed without regard to practical applications, either for the advancement of human knowledge as a goal in itself or at least as a necessary feedstock to translational science.

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