1. (noun) empiricism, empiricist philosophy, sensationalism
(philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
Synonyms: sensualism, empiricism, empiricist philosophy, sensationalism, quackery, luridness
2. (noun) empiricism
the application of empirical methods in any art or science
Synonyms: empiricist philosophy, sensationalism, quackery
3. (noun) quackery, empiricism
medical practice and advice based on observation and experience in ignorance of scientific findings
Synonyms: empiricism, charlatanism, sensationalism, empiricist philosophy, quackery
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