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methodology

 

[ ˌmeθəˈdɑːlədʒi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

study

Methodology refers to the system of methods, principles, and rules used for a particular branch of knowledge. It is the theoretical analysis of the methods applied in a specific field of study.

Synonyms

approach, procedure, technique

Examples of usage

  • Her research methodology involved a combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches.
  • The methodology used in the experiment was carefully designed to ensure accurate results.
Context #2 | Noun

academic

In an academic context, methodology is the systematic study of methods used in a particular discipline. It includes the theoretical analysis of the methods and techniques used in research and teaching.

Synonyms

method, procedure, technique

Examples of usage

  • The professor emphasized the importance of understanding the methodology behind the research.
  • Students were required to learn the methodology of conducting experiments in the lab.
Context #3 | Noun

business

In the business world, methodology refers to the process or system used to achieve a particular goal or objective. It involves the strategic planning and implementation of methods to improve efficiency and productivity.

Synonyms

approach, strategy, technique

Examples of usage

  • The company developed a new methodology for project management to increase profitability.
  • His innovative methodology for marketing the product led to a significant increase in sales.

Translations

Translations of the word "methodology" in other languages:

🇵🇹 metodologia

🇮🇳 कार्यप्रणाली

🇩🇪 Methodologie

🇮🇩 metodologi

🇺🇦 методологія

🇵🇱 metodologia

🇯🇵 方法論 (ほうほうろん)

🇫🇷 méthodologie

🇪🇸 metodología

🇹🇷 metodoloji

🇰🇷 방법론 (bangbeomnon)

🇸🇦 منهجية

🇨🇿 metodologie

🇸🇰 metodológia

🇨🇳 方法论 (fāngfǎlùn)

🇸🇮 metodologija

🇮🇸 aðferðafræði

🇰🇿 әдістеме

🇬🇪 მეთოდოლოგია (metodologia)

🇦🇿 metodologiya

🇲🇽 metodología

Etymology

The word 'methodology' originated from the combination of 'method' and 'ology', where 'method' comes from the Latin word 'methodus' and the Greek word 'methodos', both meaning 'pursuit of knowledge'. The suffix 'ology' derives from the Greek word 'logos', which means 'study' or 'science'. Together, 'methodology' encompasses the systematic study of methods and techniques used in various fields of knowledge.

See also: methodical, methodically, methods, unmethodical.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,025 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.