Synonyms of methodology

methodology

noun

ˌme-thə-ˈdä-lə-jē 

1

as in procedure

a way of acting or proceeding

for solving crossword puzzles my usual methodology is to begin by filling in all of the answers I'm reasonably sure of

Synonyms & Similar Words

• procedure
• policy
• method
• strategy
• program
• approach
• course
• plan
• scheme
• line
• intention
• design
• intent
• purpose
• blueprint
• direction
• path
• pathway
• tack

2

as in method

the means or procedure for doing something

other cardiologists have questioned the methodology that was used to conduct the study

Synonyms & Similar Words

• method
• approach
• strategy
• technique
• way
• manner
• system
• tactics
• how
• style
• recipe
• plan
• process
• form
• fashion
• program
• model
• mode
• policy
• tack
• scheme
• design
• route
• practice
• layout
• blueprint
• game
• plot
• routine
• step
• modus operandi
• shift
• game plan
• move
• ground plan
• line
• practise
• expedient
• intrigue

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of methodology

To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025

Nielsen, which tracks television ratings, changed its methodology for tracking viewership in September, and the change has been expected to show higher sports numbers across the board. —Evan Drellich, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025

Stubbornly high unemployment among under-25s in post-pandemic China has driven the government to change its methodology and effectively under-report that statistic. —Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025

For reference, boosted by a new ratings methodology this summer, a couple preseason games topped 5 million. —Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025