scientific hubris

language: id

definitions

  1. Excessive pride or overconfidence in scientific knowledge, methods, or the perceived power of science to manipulate nature and human existence without regard for limitations.
    id: Keangkuhan ilmiah
  2. The belief that scientific advancement should take precedence over ethical, moral, or social considerations, often leading to overreach.
    id: Keangkuhan ilmiah

examples

  1. The ecological disaster was seen as a direct consequence of scientific hubris, as researchers ignored the complexity of the local environment.

    Bencana ekologis tersebut dilihat sebagai konsekuensi langsung dari keangkuhan ilmiah, karena para peneliti mengabaikan kompleksitas lingkungan setempat.

  2. Critics argue that certain genetic engineering projects are driven by scientific hubris, disregarding the long-term ethical implications for humanity.

    Kritikus berpendapat bahwa proyek rekayasa genetika tertentu didorong oleh keangkuhan ilmiah, dengan mengabaikan implikasi etika jangka panjang bagi kemanusiaan.