methodically
adverbUK /məˈθɒd.ɪ.kəl.i/
US /məˈθɑː.dɪ.kəl.i/
In a careful way, step by step, without skipping anything.
She methodically checked every page of her homework before turning it in.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Doing things in a fixed, organized order.
He methodically arranged his books by size and color.
3. Slowly and steadily, paying attention to each part.
The detective methodically searched the room for clues.
4. Following a clear plan rather than guessing.
They methodically tested each idea until they found the answer.