Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scientifically-impossible

adjective

/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪkli ɪmˈpɒsəbl/

Definition

Referring to a concept or phenomenon that cannot occur or be demonstrated according to the principles and laws of science.

Examples

Traveling faster than the speed of light is considered scientifically impossible.
Creating perpetual motion machines is scientifically impossible according to the laws of thermodynamics.

Meaning

When something is described as scientifically impossible, it means it defies the current understanding of scientific laws or theories, making it unlikely or unfeasible within known scientific frameworks.