Majandusteaduslik

Majandusteaduslik is an Estonian adjective meaning relating to the science of economics. It is formed from majandus (economy) + teadus (science) + -lik. The term is used in academic and formal writing to describe approaches, theories, methods, or findings that are grounded in economic science rather than in everyday economic practice.

In usage, majandusteaduslik denotes a scientific or methodologically rigorous stance within economics. Phrases include majandusteaduslik lähenemine (economic-scientific approach), majandusteaduslik analüüs (economic-scientific analysis), and majandusteaduslik põhjendus (economic-scientific justification).

Difference from other related adjectives: majandusteaduslik contrasts with majanduslik, which primarily means "economic" in a practical or general sense. The former stresses scholarly methodology and evidence-based reasoning tied to the discipline of majandus.

Context: The term appears in Estonian academic discourse spanning economics, econometrics, policy analysis, and social sciences, where authors seek to emphasize theoretical grounding and empirical support. It is less common in everyday language and can be perceived as formal or specialized.

See also: majandus, majandusteadus, teaduslik meetod, empiiriline uuring.