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Q: How is the word 'method' different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of method are fashion , manner , mode , system , and way . While all these words mean "the means taken or procedure followed in achieving an end," method implies an orderly logical arrangement usually in steps. // effective teaching methods

Q: Where would 'fashion' be a reasonable alternative to 'method'?

The words fashion and method are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fashion may suggest a peculiar or characteristic way of doing something. // rushing about in his typical fashion

Q: How do 'manner' and 'mode' relate to one another, in the sense of 'method'?

Manner is close to mode but may imply a procedure or method that is individual or distinctive. // an odd manner of conducting

Q: In what contexts can 'mode' take the place of 'method'?

Although the words mode and method have much in common, mode implies an order or course followed by custom, tradition, or personal preference. // the preferred mode of transportation

Q: When can 'system' be used instead of 'method'?

While the synonyms system and method are close in meaning, system suggests a fully developed or carefully formulated method often emphasizing rational orderliness. // a filing system

Q: When might 'way' be a better fit than 'method'?

The words way and method can be used in similar contexts, but way is very general and may be used for any of the preceding words. // has her own way of doing things

method

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ˈme-thəd

Definition of method next

as in approach

the means or procedure for doing something the city council is stuck in the last century and needs to adopt more modern methods for doing things

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How is the word method different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of method are fashion, manner, mode, system, and way. While all these words mean "the means taken or procedure followed in achieving an end," method implies an orderly logical arrangement usually in steps.

effective teaching methods

Where would fashion be a reasonable alternative to method?

The words fashion and method are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fashion may suggest a peculiar or characteristic way of doing something.

rushing about in his typical fashion

How do manner and mode relate to one another, in the sense of method?

Manner is close to mode but may imply a procedure or method that is individual or distinctive.

an odd manner of conducting

In what contexts can mode take the place of method?

Although the words mode and method have much in common, mode implies an order or course followed by custom, tradition, or personal preference.

the preferred mode of transportation

When can system be used instead of method?

While the synonyms system and method are close in meaning, system suggests a fully developed or carefully formulated method often emphasizing rational orderliness.

a filing system

When might way be a better fit than method?

The words way and method can be used in similar contexts, but way is very general and may be used for any of the preceding words.

has her own way of doing things

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Recent Examples of method The triple sheet method is an approach to bed making that employs three sheets instead of the traditional two. —

Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2024 Wolves fans will need to have the same trust in his methods if Pereira is to lift their side out of the drop zone with 22 league games left to play. —

Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 21 Dec. 2024 Other methods are generally recommended for watering orchids, and there are certainly reasons why people say not to water them using ice cubes. —

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024 Many find healthier coping methods, such as exercise, mindfulness, and creative outlets. —

Mia Taylor, Parents, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for method

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This proactive approach provides a culture in which ethical AI use becomes standard and supports both compliance and integrity.

Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
Trump has tried to soften his image on immigration restriction, if not his hard-nosed approach to policy.

Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024

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