Word
systematically
Phoneticssys·tem·at·i·cal·ly
US/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪkɫi/
UK/sˌɪstəmˈætɪkli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. doing something in a very organized way using a clear plan or system. You use this to show that every part of a task is being handled carefully.
adv. in a manner characterized by a fixed plan, method, or system. Often implies a thorough and exhaustive approach to a task or investigation.
Examples
“She systematically checked every room in the house for her keys.”
“The researchers systematically reviewed over two hundred studies to ensure their final report was completely accurate.”
“To identify the source of the leak, the engineers systematically shut down each section of the pipeline, monitoring the pressure gauges for any slight deviation from the norm.”
Examples
simple
“She systematically checked every room in the house for her keys.”
contextual
“The researchers systematically reviewed over two hundred studies to ensure their final report was completely accurate.”
complex
“To identify the source of the leak, the engineers systematically shut down each section of the pipeline, monitoring the pressure gauges for any slight deviation from the norm.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “systematically” in context.
Verb
01. systematically use
“The company began to systematically use customer feedback to improve their software updates.”
adv + verb
02. systematically vary
“Researchers systematically vary the temperature to see how it affects the chemical reaction.”
adv + verb
03. systematically through our retrofit
Usage
Typically placed before the main verb or at the end of a clause to emphasize the methodical nature of an action.
Pitfall
He systematically did his homework
He did his homework systematically
While grammatically possible, 'systematically' is a long adverb that usually sounds more natural at the end of a simple clause or immediately before a complex verb phrase.
Real-World Examples
“Using a mouse model, Ries systematically tested markers for all known cell types.” “A new study has found that sexual role identities among men who have sex with men vary systematically by age and geographic region.” Etymology
From systematic + -ally.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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