noun · academic
methodology
UK/ˌmɛθəˈdɒlədʒi/US/ˌmɛθəˈdɑːlədʒi/me·tho·DOL·o·gy
a set of methods and principles used in a particular discipline or study; the rationale behind chosen methods
Examples
“The paper explains its methodology in detail so other researchers can replicate the study.”
“Choosing an appropriate methodology is crucial for valid results.”
“Mixed-methods methodology combines surveys and interviews.”
Band 8 sentence
“The study's robust methodology, combining longitudinal surveys with ethnographic observation, underpins its authoritative conclusions.”
Collocations
- research methodology
- methodology section
- methodological approach
Word family
Common mistakes
Methodology of this study are described below.→The methodology of this study is described below.
We used a methodology survey to collect data.→We used a survey methodology to collect data.
Say it for a higher band
5method→6approach→7+methodology
Synonyms
approach
method
Easily confused
method
“They adopted a qualitative method involving in‑depth interviews.”
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