methodology

[meth-uh-dol-uh-jee]

noun

plural

methodologies 

1. a set or system of methods, principles, and rules for regulating a given discipline, as in the arts or sciences.

2. Philosophy.

   1. the underlying principles and rules of organization of a philosophical system or inquiry procedure.

   2. the study of the principles underlying the organization of the various sciences and the conduct of scientific inquiry.

3. Education.,  a branch of pedagogics dealing with analysis and evaluation of subjects to be taught and of the methods of teaching them.

methodology

/ ˌmɛθəˈdɒlədʒɪ, ˌmɛθədəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

noun

1. the system of methods and principles used in a particular discipline

2. the branch of philosophy concerned with the science of method and procedure

Other Word Forms

• methodological adjective
• methodologist noun
• methodologically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of methodology¹

From the New Latin word methodologia, dating back to 1790–1800. See method, -o-, -logy

Example Sentences

Five aviation medical groups together subsequently challenged the paper’s findings and methodology and accused the researchers of bias.

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Still, ADP’s methodology was substantially revised in 2022 in an effort to make it an independent reading of the labor market, as opposed to a forecast of the BLS readings.

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In 2022, in partnership with Stanford University’s Digital Economy Lab, and taking cues from the Fed’s methodology, ADP overhauled the report.

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Beyond the marquee names, the rankings’ distinct methodology highlights some institutions that don’t have as much name recognition but still help their students achieve remarkable success.

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The firm in 2023 said it was also enhancing portions of its audit methodology and tools and refreshing its approach to improve training.

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Related Words

• mode 
• procedure 
• technique