adjective
forensic
fuh-REN-zik/fəˈrenzɪk/
Connected with establishing evidence in legal proceedings.
A forensic scientist uses tweezers to examine a small fiber.
Etymology
The assembly-related base connects forensic with courts and legal trials. Its scientific sense reflects that legal purpose: forensic methods investigate evidence for use in criminal proceedings.
In context
In practical terms, ultraviolet light is used in various forensic contexts. During crime scene investigations, it can detect biological fluids like blood or saliva
More examples
- Forensic testing links the blood sample to the suspect.
- The company hires a forensic accountant to trace the missing money.
- The judge questions the reliability of the forensic evidence.
Forms
forensically adverb — Using scientific methods to examine legal evidence.
forensics noun — Scientific examination of evidence for legal cases.
Similar words
- evidentiary
- Describes evidence or its legal use, not necessarily scientific analysis.
- investigative
- Concerns gathering facts generally, not specifically evidence for legal proceedings.