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Synonyms & Similar Words
systematic
thorough
meticulous
careful
deliberate
intentional
purposeful
planned
organized
orderly
structured
analytical
logical
rational
sensible
prudent
cautious
slow
steady
paced
measured
exact
precise
accurate
detailed
fastidious
scrupulous
conscientious
rigorous
strict
demanding
painstaking
diligent
dedicated
committed
focused
concentrated
attentive
observant
vigilant
methodic
step-by-step
procedural
standardized
uniform
consistent
regular
habitual
routine
repetitive
periodic
cyclic
patterned
Meaning of Methodical
According to Oxford Dictionary, "methodical" means doing something in a careful and systematic way, with a clear plan or method.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "methodical" as having or showing a systematic and thorough approach to a task or problem.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes "methodical" as doing something in a careful and organized way, using a particular method or plan.
Example Uses
- The detective was methodical in her investigation, collecting and analyzing every piece of evidence before drawing conclusions.
- He approached the complex math problem in a methodical way, breaking it down into smaller, manageable parts.
- The company's methodical approach to quality control ensured that every product met the highest standards.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
haphazard
random
chaotic
disorganized
unplanned
spontaneous
impulsive
careless
reckless
sloppy
negligent
lax
inaccurate
imprecise
vague
ambiguous
unclear
illogical
irrational
senseless
thoughtless
frivolous
irresponsible
unstructured
unsystematic
unsystematic
unmethodical
disorderly
erratic
unpredictable
inconsistent
irregular