adj

systematic

sihs-tih-MAT-ihk

adj

Carried out according to a fixed, organized plan or method.

"The investigators took a systematic approach, checking every lead in order."

"She kept systematic records of every transaction."

Happening repeatedly as part of a consistent pattern, often used of widespread wrongdoing.

"The report documented systematic discrimination within the company."

How to Use Systematic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDone in an organized, methodical way, following a consistent plan or pattern.

Common pairings

systematic approach systematic review systematic abuse

more systematic comparative, more systematic comparative, most systematic superlative, most systematic superlative

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From Late Latin systematicus, from Greek sustematikos, related to "system."

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