scientific creationism

noun

: a doctrine holding that the biblical account of creation is supported by scientific evidence

Examples of scientific creationism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But to align with national norms, Tracs should defend the academic freedom of those who dissent from scientific creationism. S. Joshua Swamidass, WSJ, 4 Mar. 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of scientific creationism was in 1927

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“Scientific creationism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scientific%20creationism. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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