methods

NOUN

means, procedure

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approach arrangement design form habit manner mechanism mode plan practice process program recipe rule scheme style system technique way

STRONG

adjustment channels course custom disposal disposition fashion formula line proceeding receipt ritual rote routine rubric rut schema shortcut tack tactics tenor usage wise wrinkle

WEAK

modus modus operandi nuts and bolts red tape technic the book ways and means

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorganization

STRONG

break difference

NOUN

order, pattern

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrangement design form plan planning purpose structure system

STRONG

classification orderliness organization regularity

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorganization

Example Sentences

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Armed with equipment ranging from search dogs to sound detection devices and cameras, rescuers are using a range of methods to reach those who are still alive.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Baburaj believes the methods developed for this study could help scientists investigate other cold and faint planetary objects.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

In the meantime, however, we’re going to see plenty more creative methods of getting around the need for hashtags.

From Slate • Jun. 27, 2026

Ahead, a clear breakdown of the different outdoor cooking methods to try this summer—and the gear you’ll need to make it happen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Uppity stayed calm and waited until they quieted down, then he said he was going to use sci-en-ti-fic methods.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney