methodical
pronunciation
How to pronounce methodical in British English:
UK [məˈθɒdɪkl]
How to pronounce methodical in American English:
US [məˈθɑːdɪkl]
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- Adjective:
- characterized by method and orderliness
Word Origin
- methodical (adj.)
- 1560s, with -al (1) and methodic (1540s), from Middle French methodique, from Late Latin methodicus, from Greek methodikos, from methodos (see method). Related: Methodically.
Example
- 1. They have good memories and an insatiable yet methodical desire for knowledge .
- 2. As in most things , mr romney 's china-bashing seems studied and methodical .
- 3. He was methodical and meticulous , often considered part of the post-world war I precisionism movement .
- 4. However methodical his planning , the war has gone badly .
- 5. Balinese culture is one of the most methodical systems of social and religious organization on earth , a magnificent beehive of tasks and roles and ceremonies .