: of, relating to, or being science fiction
a sci-fi film
sci-fi noun

Examples of sci-fi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For one particularly troubled project, a story that had somehow switched from sci-fi to horror and endured the loss of sets, he was left with a hodgepodge of footage that didn’t make sense or have any consistency. Duane Byrge, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 May 2024 But with 15th Doctor Ncuti Gatwa taking the helm on May 10, the sci-fi series’ fashion is also getting a revamp — instead of having a signature look, Gatwa’s Doctor will consistently change outfits throughout the show. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 11 May 2024 The starship model and its celebrated return is now the subject of a lawsuit alleging fraud, negligence and deceptive trade practice, highlighting the enduring value of memorabilia from the iconic sci-fi TV series. Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024 When: May 10. Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence/action. Mark Meszoros, The Denver Post, 10 May 2024 For Tolmach, that meant establishing a tone that would get viewers to buy into the show's fantastical sci-fi premise. Megan McCluskey, TIME, 8 May 2024 Two new series — one an absolute guilty pleasure and the other a sci-fi head trip — are worth a look this week. Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024 In the months following, the sci-fi movie received critical acclaim, including a BAFTA award for outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer. Emma Kershaw, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024 The show started 12 minutes late, but the French electronic duo shattered their relative silence with an audio-visual experience that felt like a glimpse into some sci-fi future. Kat Bein, SPIN, 26 Apr. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

shortened from science fiction

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sci-fi was in 1954

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Cite this Entry

“Sci-fi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sci-fi. Accessed 18 May. 2024.

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sci-fi

noun
ˈsī-ˈfī
sci-fi adjective

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