Systematic



Example: The researcher conducted a systematic analysis of historical documents.

Definition


"Systematic" refers to something done or acting according to a fixed plan or system, especially in a thorough, organized, and methodical manner. In history, a "systematic" analysis involves carefully and consistently examining historical documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Etymology


The word "systematic" comes from the Greek word 'systema,' meaning 'organized whole,' combined with the suffix '-tic' indicating 'pertaining to.' It entered English in the late 16th century, reflecting the idea of being methodically arranged or carried out according to a system.

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"Systematic" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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