Methods: meaning, definitions and examples
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methods
[ ˈmɛθədz ]
scientific research
A way of doing something, especially a systematic or established one.
Synonyms
approach, procedure, technique
Examples of usage
- Scientists are developing new methods for detecting cancer at an early stage.
- Analytical methods are used to study the chemical composition of substances.
general
A particular form of procedure for accomplishing or approaching something, especially a systematic or established one.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Teaching methods vary from school to school.
- The company is adopting new marketing methods to increase sales.
Translations
Translations of the word "methods" in other languages:
🇵🇹 métodos
🇮🇳 विधियाँ
🇩🇪 Methoden
🇮🇩 metode
🇺🇦 методи
🇵🇱 metody
🇯🇵 方法 (ほうほう)
🇫🇷 méthodes
🇪🇸 métodos
🇹🇷 yöntemler
🇰🇷 방법 (bangbeop)
🇸🇦 طرق (turuq)
🇨🇿 metody
🇸🇰 metódy
🇨🇳 方法 (fāngfǎ)
🇸🇮 metode
🇮🇸 aðferðir
🇰🇿 әдістер
🇬🇪 მეთოდები
🇦🇿 metodlar
🇲🇽 métodos
Etymology
The word 'methods' originated from Middle English in the late 14th century, from the Old French word 'methode' and Latin 'methodus', meaning 'way of teaching or going'. The concept of methods has been crucial in various fields of study, from scientific research to everyday problem-solving. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass different approaches and procedures for achieving goals.
See also: methodical, methodically, methodology, unmethodical.