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methods

meth·od
M m

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [meth-uh d]
    • /ˈmɛθ əd/
    • /ˈmeθ.əd/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [meth-uh d]
    • /ˈmɛθ əd/

Definitions of methods word

  • noun methods a procedure, technique, or way of doing something, especially in accordance with a definite plan: There are three possible methods of repairing this motor. 1
  • noun methods a manner or mode of procedure, especially an orderly, logical, or systematic way of instruction, inquiry, investigation, experiment, presentation, etc.: the empirical method of inquiry. 1
  • noun methods order or system in doing anything: to work with method. 1
  • noun methods orderly or systematic arrangement, sequence, or the like. 1
  • noun methods the Method, Also called Stanislavski Method, Stanislavski System. a theory and technique of acting in which the performer identifies with the character to be portrayed and renders the part in a naturalistic, nondeclamatory, and highly individualized manner. 1
  • adjective methods (usually initial capital letter) of, relating to, or employing the Method: a Method actor; Method acting. 1

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Origin of methods

First appearance:

before 1375
One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425; late Middle English: medical procedure < Latin methodus < Greek méthodos systematic course, equivalent to met- meta- + hodós way, road

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Parts of speech for Methods

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

methods popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

methods usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for methods

noun methods

  • ways and means — methods
  • approaches — Plural form of approach.
  • means — to have in mind as one's purpose or intention; intend: I meant to compliment you on your work. Synonyms: contemplate.
  • devices — a thing made for a particular purpose; an invention or contrivance, especially a mechanical or electrical one.

Antonyms for methods

noun methods

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