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How is the word method different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of method are fashion, manner, mode, system, and way. While all these words mean "the means taken or procedure followed in achieving an end," method implies an orderly logical arrangement usually in steps.

effective teaching methods

Where would fashion be a reasonable alternative to method?

The words fashion and method are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fashion may suggest a peculiar or characteristic way of doing something.

rushing about in his typical fashion

How do manner and mode relate to one another, in the sense of method?

Manner is close to mode but may imply a procedure or method that is individual or distinctive.

an odd manner of conducting

In what contexts can mode take the place of method?

Although the words mode and method have much in common, mode implies an order or course followed by custom, tradition, or personal preference.

the preferred mode of transportation

When can system be used instead of method?

While the synonyms system and method are close in meaning, system suggests a fully developed or carefully formulated method often emphasizing rational orderliness.

a filing system

When might way be a better fit than method?

The words way and method can be used in similar contexts, but way is very general and may be used for any of the preceding words.

has her own way of doing things

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of method This is a smart age-appropriate method for preparing your child for new experiences, and can easily be recreated at home if your child is still nervous about the dentist even after listening to the song. Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 9 July 2025 Officials also cited the efficiency of shipping on America's inland waterways compared to other methods. Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 9 July 2025 By eliminating traditional cooling methods, Shell has significantly reduced energy demand while boosting efficiency. Kathleen Abbott, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025 Areas to watch, says Arthur Adam, a neurosurgeon and stroke expert at University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, include how human brain tissue is affected by the new thrombectomy method, and how the cells and debris behave once they’re liberated from the fibrin by the milli-spinner. Ani Freedman, Fortune, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for method
Recent Examples of Synonyms for method
Noun
  • Tom, talk more about your approach to the role once In-ho’s mask does come off.
    Jim Halterman, Variety, 1 July 2025
  • Swaggart’s strutting, sweaty, fire-and-brimstone style was a throwback to earlier eras of evangelism, a seeming rejection of the slicker, smiling approach popularized in the 1980s by fellow televangelists Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker and Jerry Falwell.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • Using this cap-relief technique, his salary will now be stretched over the next five seasons at $22.5 million each year.
    Shane Young, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • By developing their washing techniques in Miami, brands regain control of their designs and can take their recipes to any vendor in any country with technological capabilities.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • The platform offers SMBs a wide range of capabilities—from developing strategies in sales, marketing, and finance, to predictive analytics, industry-specific key performance indicators, and real-time economic scenario comparisons.
    Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
  • Brands must treat identity security as a central pillar of their enterprise strategy, not just a compliance requirement.
    Bojan Šimić, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • The Cinematic Audit Wait Until Tomorrow is so effective due to Dixon’s methodology and intentional research.
    Stephanie Tharpe, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
  • To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 3 July 2025
Noun
  • This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025
  • Some of the best ways include the following: Garshick says that regular exfoliation, chemical or physical, helps to prevent the buildup of dead skin, and prevents the pores from becoming clogged.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • Consider the distinct strengths: Neural AI: Excels at pattern recognition and learning from vast unstructured datasets, often in a largely unsupervised manner, leading to emergent capabilities in language and reasoning.
    Anuradha Weeraman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Collaboration will be key to establishing the regulations that define the ethical use of AI and ensure it is utilized in a manner that contributes to societal well-being.
    Matt Emma, USA Today, 30 June 2025

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“Method.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/method. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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