Scientific Methodology Vocabulary

noun extreme economy or frugality

• The scientist's theory was based on the principle of parsimony, using the simplest explanation possible.
• She always shops with parsimony, only buying what she absolutely needs.
• I admire his parsimony when it comes to spending money, he's so frugal.
• In writing, parsimony can be achieved by using concise language to convey a powerful message.

adjective characterized by vague or exaggerated gestures or language, especially to avoid addressing an issue or problem directly

• The speaker's argument was dismissed as being too handwavy and lacking concrete evidence.
• Don't give me that handwavy explanation, I want to know the real facts.
• Stop being so handwavy and just tell me the truth.
• His promises were as handwavy as a mirage in the desert.

adverb in a manner relating to abduction or kidnapping

• The scientist approached the problem abductively, starting with observations and moving towards a hypothesis.
• She's always been good at solving puzzles abductively, just by looking at the clues.
• I'm gonna try to figure out the answer abductively, without overthinking it.
• He abductively pieced together the events of that night, like a detective solving a mystery.