1. A systematic and organized way of dealing with something, following a planned procedure or method
The detective took a methodical approach to solving the crime by examining every piece of evidence.
O detetive adotou uma abordagem metódica para resolver o crime, examinando cada peça de evidência.
2. A careful, orderly, and step-by-step strategy for achieving a goal
Her methodical approach to studying ensured excellent grades.
Sua abordagem metódica ao estudar garantiu notas excelentes.