methodological
adj. C1 Advanced US //ˌmɛθədəˈɫɑdʒɪkəɫ// method·olog·i·cal
adj. relating to the specific methods or rules you use to do a task, especially in science or research.
adj. relating to the system of methods, principles, and rules used in a particular discipline or activity. Often describes the formal structure of a research study or academic inquiry.
The scientist found a methodological error in the study.
The committee rejected the paper because of several methodological flaws in how the data was collected.
A rigorous methodological approach is essential for ensuring that the results of a clinical trial are both reproducible and statistically significant.
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun like 'flaw', 'error', 'approach', or 'framework'.