systematic
|sys-tem-at-ic|
B2
/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/
methodical
Etymology
Etymology Information
'systematic' originates from the Greek word 'systēmatikos', where 'systēma' meant 'organized whole'.
Historical Evolution
'systēmatikos' transformed into the Latin word 'systematicus', and eventually became the modern English word 'systematic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a system', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'methodical or organized'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.
The research was conducted in a systematic manner.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35