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systematic definition

sys·tem·atic (sis′tə mat′ik)

adjective

  1. forming or constituting a system
  2. based on or involving a system
  3. made or arranged according to a system, method, or plan; regular; orderly
  4. characterized by the use of method or orderly planning; methodical
  5. of or having to do with classification; taxonomic

Etymology: Gr systēmatikos

Also systematical sys′·tem·at′i·cal

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systematic Synonyms

systematic

modif.

orderly, methodical, precise, well-organized; see regular 3.


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systematic Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • very: Reviewed by Roger Greenaway: An odd combination of a very systematic approach mixed with an inspiring collection of creative ideas.

Modifies a noun

  • review: There is a need for a more systematic review of the area over time.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: In the history of science, observation plays a vital role from Aristotle onwards, but only from Bacon's time becomes systematic.
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