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from Greek empeiros "experienced (in a thing), proven by use"

Originally a school of ancient physicians who based their practice on direct experience rather than theory.

empiric noun & adjective
  • experiential
  • that pursues knowledge by means of direct observation, investigation, or experiment; that relates to or derives from this method of pursuing
  • charlatan; one making usually showy pretenses to knowledge or ability
  • one who relies on practical experience

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The older term empiric has been gradually debased by implication, especially in terms of health and healing.

Susceptibility to poisoning depends on (and reveals) one's level of proficiency.

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~☉~lucid definition; added layer of lucidity, or aethereal context
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artificium definition; usually words which have undergone a warped evolution, or a complete perversion of the original sense
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