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non-standard method

[/nɒn ˈstændərd ˈmeθəd/]
nounpl: non-standard methods
método não-padrão
1. A procedure, technique, or approach that deviates from established, conventional, or officially accepted standards or norms
The researcher used a non-standard method to analyze the data, which raised questions during peer review.
O pesquisador utilizou um método não-padrão para analisar os dados, o que levantou questões durante a revisão pelos pares.
2. An unconventional or alternative approach that is not officially recognized or widely adopted
Some teachers employ non-standard methods in the classroom to engage students more effectively.
Alguns professores empregam métodos não-padrão na sala de aula para envolver os alunos de forma mais eficaz.
Synonyms
unconventional methodalternative methodunorthodox approachnon-conventional procedure
Antonyms
standard methodconventional methodorthodox approachtraditional procedure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método não-padrão
Common usage in academic and technical contexts
São Paulo
método não-convencional
Alternative term frequently used in business and educational settings
Portugal
método não-normalizado
Preferred term in formal and regulatory contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

outside the box
thinking outside the box
uncharted territory
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