methodize

verb

Definition of methodizenext
as in to organize

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How does the verb methodize contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of methodize are arrange, marshal, order, organize, and systematize. While all these words mean "to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other," methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

methodizes every aspect of daily living

In what contexts can arrange take the place of methodize?

The words arrange and methodize are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

arranged the files numerically

When might marshal be a better fit than methodize?

The synonyms marshal and methodize are sometimes interchangeable, but marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

marshaling the facts for argument

When can order be used instead of methodize?

Although the words order and methodize have much in common, order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

ordered her business affairs

When would organize be a good substitute for methodize?

While in some cases nearly identical to methodize, organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

organized the volunteers into teams

When is it sensible to use systematize instead of methodize?

In some situations, the words systematize and methodize are roughly equivalent. However, systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

systematized billing procedures

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodize
  1. organize
  2. systematize
  3. codify
  4. standardize
  5. order
  6. equalize
  7. normalize
  8. regularize
Verb
  • Ortiz, one of Del Records’ artists, had been scheduled to perform at a concert organized by Pérez in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico, when the promoter was sanctioned, FBI Special Agent Lauren Radke wrote in an affidavit filed in court.
    — Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
  • As the laity began organizing in an effort to meet these obligations, a variety of institutions external to the parish were also confronted with the parish’s new position.
    — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of organize
Verb
  • So, the organization systematized the collection of data about drivers of employee motivation.
    — Harvard Business Review, Harvard Business Review, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The program systematized and scaled reciprocal play and offered members consistent privileges across a growing portfolio which set the template for the programs that followed suit.
    — Mike Dojc, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of systematize
Verb
  • At first, term limits were a precedent, but they weren't codified.
    — John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
  • And athletic directors from dozens of universities will be on Capitol Hill this week to lobby Congress for legislation codifying the terms of the settlement that could help shield the NCAA and schools from future legal challenges.
    — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of codify
Verb
  • Avoiding Mediocrity Finally, there is a warning about the implications of attempts to standardize information through machines.
    — Tracey Follows, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • There are three main challenges—standardizing health insurance contracts, creating a digital transaction system, and ensuring that health insurance companies use it.
    — Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of standardize
Verb
  • Robert King, 35, who was charged with transmitting interstate threats in federal court on Monday, was ordered to stay in detention by U.S. Magistrate Judge Renee Toliver after a hearing in Dallas on Wednesday afternoon, Fox News confirmed.
    — Elizabeth Pritchett, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The shift comes after reports that the cuts were ordered by Jeremy Lewin, a close ally of Elon Musk, who now oversees USAID under Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
    — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of order
Verb
  • After all the unfair current regime, where Europe charges American a 10% tariff on its sedan and SUV imports while the U.S. only insists on 2.5%, would be easy to equalize.
    — Neil Winton, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Here's what to know The reciprocal tariffs may stop short of his pledge to equalize with levels charged by foreign countries on U.S. goods, the president told reporters, according to the Wall Street Journal.
    — Josh Fellman, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025
Definition of equalize
Verb
  • Saudi normalization Occupying Gaza also stands between Netanyahu and a key legacy project: normalizing diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia.
    — Mick Krever, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Leaders can normalize this by encouraging open discussions about what didn’t work and what can be improved.
    — Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of normalize
Verb
  • The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Congress have decisions to make to regularize the industry and allow small business to be profitable.
    — Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
  • Beijing also announced that its military forces would begin regularizing patrols in the Taiwan Strait.
    — Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of regularize
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“Methodize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodize. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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