Experiment Quote by Richard Feynman
““It doesn't matter how beautiful your theory is ... If it doesn't agree with experiment, it's wrong.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Scientific Method, 1955
A theory must align with experimental evidence; aesthetic appeal is irrelevant without empirical validation.
In simple terms: Theory must match experiment.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize testable predictions.
Themes
science
truth
methodology
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research design
- product development
- policy making
- education
Key Concepts
empiricism
philosophy of science
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance elegance and evidence?
- When should intuition guide experiments?
A Different Perspective
Beautiful ideas that fail tests are useless; data can be noisy or incomplete.
