Forensic

usgb/fəˈrenzɪk/
adjective

Related to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes.

The forensic team gathered evidence at the crime scene.
Visual representation of "forensic" - related to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes

Often appears as...

  • forensic science
  • forensic investigation

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Formal

Academic, Technical

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Crime Scene

Forensic is often used when discussing crime scene analysis and evidence collection.

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They sent the samples for forensic analysis.
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Technical Fields

Forensic relates to specialized fields like forensic anthropology or forensic psychology.

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She's studying forensic pathology to understand causes of death.
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TV and Media

Forensic is popular in TV shows focused on criminal investigations, influencing its common usage.

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Forensic Files is a show that dramatizes real criminal investigations.
Visual representation of the word "Forensic"

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