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systematic

adj.
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk// UK //sˌɪstəmˈætɪk// sys·tem·at·ic Archaic Informal Literary

adj. done using a fixed plan or a very organized method. You use this to describe work that is careful, step-by-step, and leaves nothing to chance.

adj. carried out using a planned, ordered, and methodical procedure. Often implies a thoroughness that ensures every part of a system is addressed or examined.


SIMPLE

She did a systematic search of the house for her keys.

CONTEXTUAL

The researchers conducted a systematic review of all existing studies to ensure their final report was completely accurate.

COMPLEX

The detective's systematic approach to the crime scene involved documenting every fingerprint and fiber in a grid pattern to avoid overlooking any piece of evidence.

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Origin

Borrowed from Late Latin systēmaticus, from Koine Greek συστηματικός (sustēmatikós), from σύστημᾰ (sústēmă, “a composite; system”) + -ῐκός (-ĭkós, adjective suffix). Cognate with French systématique and Italian sistematico. By surface analysis, system + -atic.

Usage

Typically precedes the noun it modifies; frequently collocates with 'approach', 'search', or 'analysis'.

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