method

noun

meth·od ˈme-thəd How to pronounce method (audio)

: a procedure or process for attaining an object: such as

a(1)

: a systematic procedure, technique, or mode of inquiry employed by or proper to a particular discipline or art

(2)

: a systematic plan followed in presenting material for instruction

the lecture method

b(1)

: a way, technique, or process of or for doing something

often slow in their business methods

T. R. Ybarra

(2)

: a body of skills or techniques

in the art of the novel, heavily armed with method

J. D. Scott

: a discipline that deals with the principles and techniques of scientific inquiry

: orderly arrangement, development, or classification : plan

The book is completely lacking in method.

: the habitual practice of orderliness and regularity

time enough to do everything if only you used method

Angela Thirkell

capitalized : a dramatic technique by which an actor seeks to gain complete identification with the inner personality of the character being portrayed

Example Sentences

He claims to have developed a new method for growing tomatoes. Their teaching method tries to adapt lessons to each student. We need to adopt more modern methods of doing things.

Recent Examples on the Web Some people combine this method with other relaxation practices such as progressive muscle relaxation, yoga, mindfulness or meditation.

Kristen Rogers, CNN, 16 Sep. 2022 Amazon Prime memberships are needed for this method.

Chris Bumbaca, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2022 Just like all of these approaches, this method for how to soften avocados faster is recommended by the experts at Avocados from Mexico.

Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2022 The protocol for carrying out executions by this method is not yet complete.

Ivana Hrynkiw | Ihrynkiw@al.com, al, 15 Sep. 2022 This method only works for users running on macOS Mojave or newer macOS versions.

Toby Grey, BGR, 13 Sep. 2022 But this method has not been applied consistently across jurisdictions.

Lyndsie Bourgon, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Sep. 2022 In theory, house arrest is meant to be a softer version of this detention method.

Alicia Chen, Washington Post, 6 Sep. 2022 Plus, this method violates electrical codes and your insurance company might refuse to cover resulting damage.

Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 4 Sep. 2022 See More

method

noun

as in approach

the means or procedure for doing something the city council is stuck in the last century and needs to adopt more modern methods for doing things

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Some common synonyms of method are fashion, manner, mode, system, and way. While all these words mean "the means taken or procedure followed in achieving an end," method implies an orderly logical arrangement usually in steps.

effective teaching methods

The words fashion and method are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fashion may suggest a peculiar or characteristic way of doing something.

rushing about in his typical fashion

Manner is close to mode but may imply a procedure or method that is individual or distinctive.

an odd manner of conducting

Although the words mode and method have much in common, mode implies an order or course followed by custom, tradition, or personal preference.

the preferred mode of transportation

While the synonyms system and method are close in meaning, system suggests a fully developed or carefully formulated method often emphasizing rational orderliness.

a filing system

The words way and method can be used in similar contexts, but way is very general and may be used for any of the preceding words.

has her own way of doing things

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释义	method noun meth·od ˈme-thəd 1 : a procedure or process for attaining an object: such as a(1) : a systematic procedure, technique, or mode of inquiry employed by or proper to a particular discipline or art (2) : a systematic plan followed in presenting material for instruction the lecture method b(1) : a way, technique, or process of or for doing something often slow in their business methods T. R. Ybarra (2) : a body of skills or techniques in the art of the novel, heavily armed with method J. D. Scott 2 : a discipline that deals with the principles and techniques of scientific inquiry 3 a : orderly arrangement, development, or classification : plan The book is completely lacking in method. b : the habitual practice of orderliness and regularity time enough to do everything if only you used method Angela Thirkell 4 capitalized : a dramatic technique by which an actor seeks to gain complete identification with the inner personality of the character being portrayed Synonyms approach fashion form how manner methodology recipe strategy style system tack tactics technique way See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences He claims to have developed a new method for growing tomatoes. Their teaching method tries to adapt lessons to each student. We need to adopt more modern methods of doing things. Recent Examples on the Web Some people combine this method with other relaxation practices such as progressive muscle relaxation, yoga, mindfulness or meditation. Kristen Rogers, CNN, 16 Sep. 2022 Amazon Prime memberships are needed for this method. Chris Bumbaca, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2022 Just like all of these approaches, this method for how to soften avocados faster is recommended by the experts at Avocados from Mexico. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2022 The protocol for carrying out executions by this method is not yet complete. Ivana Hrynkiw \| Ihrynkiw@al.com, al, 15 Sep. 2022 This method only works for users running on macOS Mojave or newer macOS versions. Toby Grey, BGR, 13 Sep. 2022 But this method has not been applied consistently across jurisdictions. Lyndsie Bourgon, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Sep. 2022 In theory, house arrest is meant to be a softer version of this detention method. Alicia Chen, Washington Post, 6 Sep. 2022 Plus, this method violates electrical codes and your insurance company might refuse to cover resulting damage. Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 4 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English, prescribed treatment, from Latin methodus, from Greek methodos, from meta- + hodos way First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing method (a) method in/to one's madness method of fluxions the scientific method rhythm method Stanislavski method scientific method (a) method in/to one's madness method of fluxions the scientific method rhythm method Stanislavski method scientific method Kids Definition method noun meth·od ˈme-thəd 1 : a certain way of doing something She uses her own method of teaching. 2 : careful arrangement His work lacks method. Medical Definition method noun meth·od ˈmeth-əd : a procedure or process for attaining an object: as a : a systematic procedure, technique, or mode of inquiry employed by or proper to a particular discipline see scientific method b : a way, technique, or process of or for doing something method noun as in approach the means or procedure for doing something the city council is stuck in the last century and needs to adopt more modern methods for doing things Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance approach technique methodology strategy how way manner system recipe tactics style process plan form tack mode fashion model program route scheme blueprint policy practice design step layout routine expedient modus operandi game move ground plan plot game plan shift line intrigue practise Synonym Chooser Some common synonyms of method are fashion, manner, mode, system, and way. While all these words mean "the means taken or procedure followed in achieving an end," method implies an orderly logical arrangement usually in steps. effective teaching methods The words fashion and method are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fashion may suggest a peculiar or characteristic way of doing something. rushing about in his typical fashion Manner is close to mode but may imply a procedure or method that is individual or distinctive. an odd manner of conducting Although the words mode and method have much in common, mode implies an order or course followed by custom, tradition, or personal preference. the preferred mode of transportation While the synonyms system and method are close in meaning, system suggests a fully developed or carefully formulated method often emphasizing rational orderliness. a filing system The words way and method can be used in similar contexts, but way is very general and may be used for any of the preceding words. has her own way of doing things
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