C1 noun Neutre

method

/ˈmɛθəd/

A systematic, logical, and established procedure for accomplishing a task or conducting research. It implies a structured series of steps designed to achieve a specific result or to gain knowledge in a disciplined manner.

Exemples

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1

I've developed a simple method for keeping my emails organized throughout the week.

I've developed a simple method for keeping my emails organized throughout the week.

2

The governing body has approved a new method for assessing environmental impact.

The governing body has approved a new method for assessing environmental impact.

3

What's your method for getting the kids to sleep so early?

What's your method for getting the kids to sleep so early?

Famille de mots

Nom
method
Verb
methodize
Adverbe
methodically
Adjectif
methodical
Apparenté
methodology
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Road'. The Greek root 'hodos' means 'way' or 'road'. A method is the 'road' or path you take to reach your destination.

Quiz rapide

The scientist spent years refining her ___ for testing water purity.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : method

Exemples

1

I've developed a simple method for keeping my emails organized throughout the week.

everyday

I've developed a simple method for keeping my emails organized throughout the week.

2

The governing body has approved a new method for assessing environmental impact.

formal

The governing body has approved a new method for assessing environmental impact.

3

What's your method for getting the kids to sleep so early?

informal

What's your method for getting the kids to sleep so early?

4

The researcher employed a qualitative method to analyze the participants' responses.

academic

The researcher employed a qualitative method to analyze the participants' responses.

5

Our current method of data collection is outdated and needs to be digitized.

business

Our current method of data collection is outdated and needs to be digitized.

Famille de mots

Nom
method
Verb
methodize
Adverbe
methodically
Adjectif
methodical
Apparenté
methodology

Collocations courantes

scientific method scientific method
teaching method teaching method
effective method effective method
alternative method alternative method
payment method payment method

Phrases Courantes

method to one's madness

a reason for strange behavior

standard method

the usual way of doing things

method of operation

modus operandi; a habitual way of working

Souvent confondu avec

method vs methodology

A 'method' is a single specific way of doing something, while 'methodology' refers to the study or theoretical analysis of methods.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'method' when referring to a specific, repeatable set of steps. It is often followed by the preposition 'of' and a gerund (e.g., 'method of cooking') or an adjective (e.g., 'experimental method').

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use the word 'methodology' to sound more formal when they actually mean a simple 'method'. Use 'method' for the actual procedure itself.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Road'. The Greek root 'hodos' means 'way' or 'road'. A method is the 'road' or path you take to reach your destination.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek 'methodos' (pursuit of knowledge), which combines 'meta' (after/following) and 'hodos' (way).

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun Commonly used with the preposition 'of' Plural form: methods
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Contexte culturel

In the arts, 'Method acting' refers to a specific technique where actors stay in character to achieve emotional sincerity.

Quiz rapide

The scientist spent years refining her ___ for testing water purity.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : method

Mots lis

arbiter

B2

An arbiter is a person or authority who has the power to settle a dispute or decide what is right, acceptable, or fashionable. It can refer to a formal legal role or a metaphorical judge of cultural and social standards.

arbitrarily

C2

To act in a way that is based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason or system. It often implies a decision-making process that is perceived as unfair or lacking logical justification.

arbitrariness

C1

The quality of being based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason, system, or logical necessity. It often describes decisions, rules, or actions that appear unfair or unpredictable because they lack a clear underlying principle.

arbitrator

C2

A neutral third party officially appointed to settle a dispute between two conflicting parties outside of a court of law. Their role is to hear evidence from both sides and issue a final, typically legally binding, decision known as an award.

arboreal

B2

Arboreal describes animals that live in trees or things relating to trees. It is most commonly used in biological contexts to distinguish tree-dwelling species from those that live on the ground or in water.

appreciate

B2

To recognize the full worth or quality of something, or to be grateful for a gesture or action. It can also mean to understand a situation fully or to increase in value over time.

approbate

C1

To formally or officially sanction, approve, or authorize an action, document, or status. It is typically used in legal, ecclesiastical, or high-level administrative contexts to indicate authoritative validation.

approve

C1

Officially sanctioned or accepted as being of an adequate standard or satisfying certain requirements. It describes something that has received formal authorization or endorsement from a person or body in authority.

apropos

B2

Something that is apropos is very appropriate or relevant to a particular situation or subject being discussed. It describes a remark, action, or timing that fits perfectly with the current circumstances.

arboretum

C1

A botanical garden specifically devoted to the cultivation and exhibition of a wide variety of trees and shrubs for scientific or educational purposes. It serves as a living collection of woody plants, often featuring rare or non-native species.

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