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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This type of digital approach allows my team to pursue questions about how everyday behavior and experience influence cognition in daily life and represents a significant methodological advancement in the dementia risk and prevention research space. Jonathan G. Hakun, Discover Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024 The group also argues that the approach was based on early studies with methodological flaws, limited follow-up and validity concerns. Jen Christensen, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024 Effective leadership requires methodological skills. Matthias Clesle, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 For complete methodological details and additional analysis, see the Marquette Law School Faculty Blog post with the same date as this article. Mike Gousha and John D. Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 9 Oct. 2024 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 22 Dec. 2024.

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