methodological
adjective
Simple meaning
Relating to the system of methods used in research or work.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
mɛθədəˈlɑdʒɪkəl
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Definition
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adjective
Relating to the methodology of some discipline
Of, pertaining to, or using methodology or a methodology.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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This meaning: Relating to the methodology of some discipline
Used this way, methodological is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Word family
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The branch of philosophy that analyzes the principles and procedures of inquiry in a particular discipline.
Of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley.
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The branch of philosophy that analyzes the principles and procedures of inquiry in a particular discipline.
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