1. An approach or technique that emphasizes understanding and working with abstract ideas, concepts, and theoretical frameworks rather than concrete or empirical methods
The professor used a conceptual method to teach philosophy, focusing on big ideas rather than memorization.
O professor usou um método conceitual para ensinar filosofia, focando em grandes ideias em vez de memorização.
2. In design and research, a systematic procedure for generating, analyzing, and organizing ideas at an abstract level
The architects applied a conceptual method to develop innovative solutions for urban planning.
Os arquitetos aplicaram um método conceitual para desenvolver soluções inovadoras para planejamento urbano.