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
  • Establishing a fully independent judiciary will be essential for organizing free elections, managing political disputes, and rehabilitating the economy, since international investment is often tied to confidence in a country’s legal systems.
    — PATRICK VINCK, Foreign Affairs, 4 Mar. 2025
  • The bag’s practical design has an interior center pocket divider with a zipper closure and one interior slip pocket to organize my items while keeping them safe.
    — Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Definition of organize
Verb
  • 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
  • The government will need to systematize civil documentation; establish transparent legal mechanisms to resolve disputes over land and property; and provide protection and support for vulnerable groups, including minorities, women and children, and the disabled.
    — Jesse Marks, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2025
Definition of systematize
Verb
  • In the last six years, 20 states have passed bills or resolutions to codify year-round daylight saving time, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
    — Rebecca Cohen, NBC News, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Tuberville's bill would have helped set a stricter precedent and codify Trump's order with more permanence.
    — Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of codify
Verb
  • Additionally, automation—often driven by infrastructure-as-code—can help standardize provisioning, patching and deployment processes, embedding security and compliance checks at every step to help maintain a consistent governance posture, even as new workloads are introduced.
    — Hans Dekkers, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Time zones had been standardized federally as early as 1883, with the current six time zones standard across the 50 states beginning when Hawaii became a state, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
    — Karlee Van De Venter, Idaho Statesman, 5 Mar. 2025
Definition of standardize
Verb
  • Bove demanded the names of thousands of FBI agents who participated in the investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021, riot and ordered the dismissal of New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case.
    — Compiled by Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 6 Mar. 2025
  • March 6, 2025 Gone are most days of ordering a drink for the sole purpose of chasing a quick buzz.
    — Joey Skladany, Bon Appétit, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of order
Verb
  • Anyone expecting a quick concession by the EU to equalize tariffs is likely to be disappointed, because Trump has said Europe has imposed an unfair regime on U.S. imports because of its use of subtle disguises known as non-tariff barriers.
    — Neil Winton, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Rella Suskin, equity analyst at Morningstar, said Trump’s levy threats were likely a negotiating tactic aimed at equalizing U.S.-EU auto tariffs.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2025
Definition of equalize
Verb
  • So cheers to Schulz—and Emma, who agreed to share their story—for helping to normalize IVF, even if vulgarity was his way of doing so!
    — Melissa Willets, Parents, 10 Mar. 2025
  • By normalizing debate and discussion, leaders prevent groupthink and improve decision quality.
    — Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 10 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 18 Mar. 2025.

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