Sunday Scientist

A person who suddenly cares about science when major science news is happening. Comparable to a "sunday christian."

"This Mars landing sure is bringing a lot of 'sunday scientists' out of the wood work."

by Tony Tornado August 9, 2012

not a scientist

Amy Coney Barrett's self-characterization when asked her views on climate change, which she describes as 'controversial' when it is a settled matter globally among those who are indeed scientists.

"Do you believe that climate change is happening and threatening the air we breathe and the water we drink?" Kamala Harris asked.
"I will not express a view on a matter of public policy... that is politically controversial" Judge Barrett answered. "I am not a scientist."

by Monkey's Dad October 16, 2020