methodology

1 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 line, course, policy, procedure, programRelated Words blueprint, design, plan, scheme, strategy; intent, intention, purpose; approach, direction, method, path, pathway, tack

2 the means or procedure for doing something other cardiologists have questioned the methodology that was used to conduct the study Synonyms approach, fashion, form, how, manner, method, recipe, strategy, style, system, tack, tactics, technique, wayRelated Words mode, modus operandi; blueprint, design, game, game plan, ground plan, intrigue, layout, line, model, plan, plot, program, route, scheme; expedient, move, shift, step; practice (also practise), process, routine; policy