methodological

adjective

meth·​od·​o·​log·​i·​cal ˌme-thə-də-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce methodological (audio)
: of or relating to method or methodology
methodologically adverb

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The abrupt methodological switch to the CPM resulted in over $9 billion worth of section 482 allocations and deficiencies of about $3.4 billion for the three-year period. Ryan Finley, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 These errors have clear methodological explanations: Some Trump voters were hard to reach, others were reluctant to disclose their preferences, and flawed turnout models assumed lower Republican participation. Clifford Young, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025 From literature reviews to methodological critiques, students must incorporate professional-level subject knowledge into their work. Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025 The eclectic, interdisciplinary teaching approach encourages both theoretical and methodological innovation while maintain a strong practical thrust. Foreign Affairs, 28 Sep. 2023 See All Example Sentences for methodological

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First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of methodological was in 1849

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“Methodological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/methodological. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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