-də̇kəl, -dēk- adjective
Etymology: Middle French methodique + English -al
1.
a. : arranged with regard to method : characterized by method or orderliness : disposed or performed with method or order
methodical arrangement
b. : habitually proceeding according to method : systematic
in habits he was regular and methodical — A.W.Long
2. : of, relating to, or constituting an ancient school of physicians — compare methodist I
3. : of or relating to method
meeting these methodical demands, it provides a theory of change — K.R.Popper
Synonyms: see orderly