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methodical

 

[ məˈθɒdɪk(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

approach to work

done according to a systematic or established procedure, characterized by method or orderliness

Synonyms

orderly, organized, systematic

Examples of usage

  • He took a methodical approach to solving the problem.
  • She was praised for her methodical work ethic.
  • The project was completed in a methodical manner.
Context #2 | Adjective

personality trait

meticulous and careful in attention to detail

Synonyms

meticulous, precise, thorough

Examples of usage

  • Her methodical nature ensured that nothing was overlooked.
  • The methodical student always double-checked his work.
  • The artist's methodical approach to painting produced stunning results.

Translations

Translations of the word "methodical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 metódico

🇮🇳 व्यवस्थित

🇩🇪 methodisch

🇮🇩 metodis

🇺🇦 методичний

🇵🇱 metodyczny

🇯🇵 方法的 (ほうほうてき)

🇫🇷 méthodique

🇪🇸 metódico

🇹🇷 metodik

🇰🇷 체계적인 (체계적이다)

🇸🇦 منهجي

🇨🇿 systematický

🇸🇰 systematický

🇨🇳 有条理的 (yǒu tiáo lǐ de)

🇸🇮 metodičen

🇮🇸 kerfisbundinn

🇰🇿 жүйелі

🇬🇪 მეთოდური

🇦🇿 metodiki

🇲🇽 metódico

Etymology

The word 'methodical' originated from the Late Latin word 'methodicus', which in turn came from the Greek word 'methodikos', meaning 'pertaining to method'. The term 'methodical' has been used in English since the early 17th century to describe a systematic and orderly approach to tasks or activities.

See also: methodically, methodology, methods, unmethodical.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,017, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.