systematically
|sys-tem-at-ic-al-ly|
B2
/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪkli/
(systematic)
methodical
Etymology
Etymology Information
'systematically' originates from the Greek word 'sustēmatikos', where 'sustēma' meant 'organized whole'.
Historical Evolution
'sustēmatikos' transformed into the Latin word 'systematicus', and eventually became the modern English word 'systematic' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a system', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'methodical and organized'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a methodical and organized manner.
The data was collected systematically to ensure accuracy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39
