METHODICAL Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

methodical

adjective

mə-ˈthä-di-kəl

variants also methodic

Definition of methodical

as in systematic

following a set method, arrangement, or pattern a methodical study plan that included lists of points to memorize

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Recent Examples of methodical Yet it’s lost on no one that Ellison has been methodical enough about his tactical pressure campaign to get full approval from the Paramount Skydance board for an October 1 exit. — Chris Lee, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026 The case is historic, but the proceedings were largely methodical. — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026 Gunther, however, consistently taunted Aldis's wife, Mickie James, and son at ringside, employing a brutal, methodical approach. — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Outside the constraints of the competition, Colquitt was a calm and methodical artisan. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for methodical

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Rates of relapse among nonpregnant patients averaged 72%, according to a systematic review of 13 studies.

— Amy Yurkanin, ProPublica, 24 Aug. 2026
According to Rohrabaugh, the approach could offer a more systematic alternative to traditional trial-and-error methods and could potentially be applied across different classes of materials.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of systematic

Adjective

Mexico Government Smuggling gasoline and diesel from the United States into Mexico and reselling it tax-free is a huge money-maker for organized crime gangs, including drug cartels.

— CBS News, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Jacobs was back on the field with the Packers for organized team activities less than a week after the arrest and has been with the team for training camp, though he has been limited by a groin injury.

— Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of organized

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Raad’s subject—war—is likewise highly systematized, yet requires mental gymnastics to justify itself.

— Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 24 May 2026
Starboard’s 2026 strategy leans into partnership, culture and experiential momentum, while Harding+ is building a more systematized retail model around emotion, data, and innovation.

— Kevin Rozario, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026

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