Methodical

Pronunciation: /məˈθɒdɪkəl/

Definitions of methodical

adjective characterized by method or orderliness

Example Sentences

A1 She followed a methodical approach to organizing her desk.

A2 The instructions were laid out in a methodical manner for easy understanding.

B1 The scientist conducted a methodical experiment to test his hypothesis.

B2 The detective used a methodical process to solve the complex case.

C1 The architect's methodical planning ensured the project was completed on time and within budget.

C2 The professor's methodical research methodology was praised for its thoroughness and accuracy.

Examples of methodical in a Sentence

formal The scientist approached the research project in a methodical manner, carefully documenting each step.

informal She always organizes her tasks in a methodical way to ensure nothing is overlooked.

slang He's a bit of a neat freak, always cleaning his room in a methodical fashion.

figurative The chess player's methodical strategy led to a checkmate in just a few moves.

Grammatical Forms of methodical

• past tense: methodicalized
• plural: methodicals
• comparative: more methodical
• superlative: most methodical
• present tense: methodicalizes
• future tense: will methodicalize
• perfect tense: has methodicalized
• continuous tense: is methodicalizing
• singular: methodical
• positive degree: methodical
• infinitive: to methodicalize
• gerund: methodicalizing
• participle: methodicalized

Origin and Evolution of methodical

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin and Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'methodical' originated from the Latin word 'methodicus' which came from the Greek word 'methodikos' meaning 'pertaining to method'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'methodical' has retained its original meaning of being systematic and orderly in approach. It is commonly used to describe someone who is organized and follows a structured method in their work or activities.