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Systematic: Definition, Usage & Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：orderly and planned (systematic)
systematic
/ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk/
adj.
Describing a way of doing things that follows a clear, orderly plan or method, step by step.
orderly and planned
➕
/ˈɔːr.dər.li ænd plænd/
adj.
Describes an approach that is carefully organized and follows a step-by-step method.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From 'system', meaning an organized whole, with suffix '-atic' indicating relating to.
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'system' + 'atic' – like a system that is automatic in its order.
📖 Example
Her systematic study plan, which allocated specific time slots for each subject every day, helped her improve her grades significantly.
Her systematic study plan, with daily time slots for each subject, significantly improved her grades.
🔗 Collocations
systematic approach – a methodical way of handling tasks
systematic method – a planned and orderly procedure
systematic planning – the process of organizing in a structured way
🔄 Synonyms
methodical (adj.) – done in a logical and ordered way
orderly (adj.) – neatly and methodically arranged
structured (adj.) – organized in a clear and logical pattern
🚫 Antonyms
haphazard (adj.) – lacking any obvious principle of organization
random (adj.) – made or done without definite plan or pattern
disorganized (adj.) – not properly planned or controlled
🌱 Derivatives
systematically (adv.) – in a systematic manner
systematize (v.) – to arrange according to a system
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Greek 'sustēma' (organized whole). Widely used in scientific research and project management to denote methodical processes.
Meaning 2：thorough and complete (systematic)
systematic
/ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk/
adj.
Describing a very thorough and complete way of working that covers all parts of a process, following a set of principles, often used in science or serious investigations.
thorough and complete
➕
/ˈθɜːr.oʊ ænd kəmˈpliːt/
adj.
Describes a process that is exhaustive and covers all aspects, often in scientific or professional contexts.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The engineers conducted a systematic review of the bridge's design, checking every component and stress point before approving it for construction.
The engineers performed a thorough review of the bridge's design, examining every part before construction approval.
🔗 Collocations
systematic review – a comprehensive evaluation of all relevant studies
systematic analysis – a detailed examination of data or components
systematic investigation – a methodical and complete inquiry
🔄 Synonyms
thorough (adj.) – carried out completely and carefully
comprehensive (adj.) – including all or nearly all elements or aspects
exhaustive (adj.) – covering everything possible
🚫 Antonyms
superficial (adj.) – concerned only with the obvious or apparent
incomplete (adj.) – not having all the necessary parts
cursory (adj.) – hasty and not thorough
🌱 Derivatives
systematically (adv.) – in a systematic manner
systematization (n.) – the process of making systematic
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