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methodological
Phoneticsmethod·olog·i·cal
/ˌmɛθədəˈɫɑdʒɪkəɫ/
Definition
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.
Examples
“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.”
Examples
simple
“The scientist found a methodological error in the study.”
contextual
“The committee rejected the paper because of several methodological flaws in how the data was collected.”
complex
“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'.
Real-World Examples
“Several previous studies have attempted to answer this question, but many have had significant methodological limitations.” “As findings from longitudinal reports continue to roll in, some experts argue that social media research is, worryingly, in a methodological crisis with existing studies unable to determine true causal effects.” “The study also noted an increase in interdisciplinarity, methodological sophistication and new agendas focused on sustainability, adaptation, resilience and animal welfare.” “James acknowledges that this creates both exciting opportunities and difficult methodological challenges.” Collocations
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