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methodology definition

meth·od·ol·ogy (met̸h′ə däl′ə jē)

noun

  1. the science of method, or orderly arrangement; specif., the branch of logic concerned with the application of the principles of reasoning to scientific and philosophical inquiry
  2. pl. methodologies -·gies a system of methods, as in any particular science

Etymology: ModL: see method & -logy

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methodology Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • louis: On the pages the highest rated careful experiments on methodology of louis.

Converse of object

  • develop: We have developed a methodology to assess port security.

Preposition: for

  • evaluation: This review developed a new methodology for evaluation of the effect of the activities.

Adjective modifier

  • prince2: To ensure continued integrity of the PRINCE2 methodology, only Accredited Training Organizations can train & examine in this subject.

Noun used with modifier

  • participatory: The authors propose a participatory methodology for developing more inclusive understandings of citizenship, identity and rights, based on Boal's forum theater.
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