methodology
Americannoun
plural
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a set or system of methods, principles, and rules for regulating a given discipline, as in the arts or sciences.
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Philosophy.
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the underlying principles and rules of organization of a philosophical system or inquiry procedure.
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the study of the principles underlying the organization of the various sciences and the conduct of scientific inquiry.
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Education. a branch of pedagogics dealing with analysis and evaluation of subjects to be taught and of the methods of teaching them.
noun
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the system of methods and principles used in a particular discipline
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the branch of philosophy concerned with the science of method and procedure
Other Word Forms
- methodological adjective
- methodologically adverb
- methodologist noun
Etymology
Origin of methodology
From the New Latin word methodologia, dating back to 1790–1800. See method, -o-, -logy
Example Sentences
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Specifically, critics have pointed out the methodology allowed San José Mayor Matt Mahan — a white candidate who recently entered the race and is polling poorly — to vault above former U.S.
From Los Angeles Times
“S&P Dow Jones Indices does not comment on speculation regarding potential index or methodology changes,” said the company in an emailed statement.
From Barron's
“The methodology was based on well-established metrics consistent with formulas widely used to set debate participation nationwide — a combination of polling and fundraising — and developed without regard to any particular candidate.”
From Los Angeles Times
However, experts and infant formula companies are questioning the integrity of Healthy Florida First’s, MAHA-aligned, testing methodology and results.
From Salon
In a statement, Nielsen said, “Different methodologies produce different results,” adding that the new methodology would “create a one-time shift in viewing data, reflected in the February 2026 Gauge.”
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