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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However, the study had methodological flaws, so the results may or may not actually translate into benefits for everyone. Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025 Through a methodological showcase of the Functional Safety workflow, TÜV SÜD determined that Outrider's functional safety approach was aligned with these requirements. Richard Bishop, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025 Without the methodological gaps being filled, the hypothesis linking golf-course pesticide exposure to Parkinson’s Disease remains speculative. Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2025 The group also argues that the approach was based on early studies with methodological flaws, limited follow-up and validity concerns. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 18 June 2025 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 18 Jul. 2025.

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