1. to put money or resources into something in a systematic, organized, and planned manner following a structured approach
She decided to invest methodically in index funds rather than making impulsive stock picks.
Ela decidiu investir metodicamente em fundos de índice em vez de fazer escolhas impulsivas de ações.
2. to commit time, effort, or resources in a deliberate and orderly way to achieve long-term goals
The company will invest methodically in research and development over the next five years.
A empresa investirá metodicamente em pesquisa e desenvolvimento nos próximos cinco anos.