systematically
Systematically (adv) means In an organized, methodical way; following a consistent plan. Example: “The team systematically tested every possible cause of the fault.”
How to use systematically
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something step by step according to a plan, rather than randomly.
Word forms
more systematically comparative, most systematically superlative
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The team _____ tested every possible cause of the fault.
Etymology
From "systematic" plus the adverb-forming suffix "-ally."
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What does “systematically” mean?
The word “systematically” means in an organized, methodical way; following a consistent plan. In plain terms, doing something step by step according to a plan, rather than randomly.
How do you pronounce “systematically”?
“Systematically” is pronounced sihs-tuh-MAT-ih-klee (/ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪ.kli/ in IPA).
How do you use “systematically” in a sentence?
Here is “systematically” used in a sentence: “The team systematically tested every possible cause of the fault.”
What part of speech is “systematically”?
“Systematically” is an adverb.
Is “systematically” a common word?
“Systematically” is an uncommon word in modern English.