forensic

fo·ren·sic (fə ren′sik, -zik)

adjective

of, characteristic of, or suitable for a law court, public debate, or formal argumentation
specializing in or having to do with the application of scientific, esp. medical, knowledge to legal matters, as in the investigation of crime

Etymology: < L forensis, public < forum (see forum) + adj. suffix -ensis + -ic

noun

debate or formal argumentation
the use of knowledge and techniques derived from various sciences, as ballistics and medicine, in the investigation of crime

fo·ren′·si·cally adverb

modif.

adj

Relating to the gathering, preparation, or presentation of evidence in court. n. the application of scientific or medical principles to the law.

Modifies a noun

pathologist: When forensic pathologist, Dr. Sam Ryan, is called out to a murder scene, she is far from pleased.
psychiatry: She said yes it has been a positive experience forensic psychiatry has a human face to it.
scientist: Sophia C, Hounslow, Forensic scientist A free bit of advice is " don't lie to the police " .
psychologist: Forensic Psychologists are a new addition to the State Hospital.
psychiatrist: I am a member of the Expert Witness Institute and a member of the Faculty of Forensic Psychiatrists of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
toxicology: Normally this would be research-based, relating to a topic in forensic toxicology.

Modifying Another Word

almost: With almost forensic skill Carol uncovers her hidden history and faces it.
even: Even forensic scientists were due to strike on 2 June over pay.
purely: Let it be observed, however, that there is the widest difference between that and a purely forensic procedure.
highly: With remarkable skill he lays bare the intricate workings of a highly forensic and complex mind.

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