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methodical investigation

[məˈθɑːdɪkəl ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeɪʃən]
nounpl: methodical investigations
investigação metódica
1. A systematic and orderly examination or inquiry conducted according to a planned procedure or method
The detective's methodical investigation revealed crucial evidence in the case.
A investigação metódica do detetive revelou evidências cruciais no caso.
2. A careful and thorough examination following logical steps and established protocols
The scientist conducted a methodical investigation of the chemical compound.
O cientista realizou uma investigação metódica do composto químico.
Synonyms
systematic investigationthorough inquiryorderly examinationstructured inquirycareful examination
Antonyms
random investigationhaphazard inquirydisorganized examinationunsystematic inquiry

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
investigação metódica
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
investigação metódica
Commonly used in legal and academic contexts
Portugal
investigação metódica
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave no stone unturned
by the book
step by step
follow proper channels
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