evidence-based
adjective/ˈevɪdəns beɪst/
/ˈevɪdəns beɪst/
- used to describe an approach that is based on the practical application of research findings
- The planners considered it important to implement an evidence-based approach to the problem of traffic congestion.
- In medical school, we were taught to practise evidence-based medicine.
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