done according to a fixed plan or system methodical
example
The researchers conducted a systematic review of the existing literature to ensure that their findings were based on comprehensive evidence.
synonyms
methodicalorganizedstructured
word origin — The word 'systematic' originates from the late 17th century, derived from the French 'systématique,' which itself is based on the Latin 'systematicus' (relating to a system), from the Greek 'systematikos' (of a whole or system).
IELTS Vocabulary — Set 56
Set 56 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 5 words: systematic, horizontal, rural, sacrificial, immense. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
systematic · adjective/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/
done according to a fixed plan or system methodical
The researchers conducted a systematic review of the existing literature to ensure that their findings were based on comprehensive evidence.
Synonyms: methodical, organized, structured
Origin: The word 'systematic' originates from the late 17th century, derived from the French 'systématique,' which itself is based on the Latin 'systematicus' (relating to a system), from the Greek 'systematikos' (of a whole or system).
horizontal · adjective/ˌhɔːrəˈzɑːntl/
parallel to the plane of the horizon
The painter chose a horizontal line to emphasize the calmness of the landscape in her artwork.
Synonyms: level, flat, even
Origin: from Latin 'horizontalis', from 'horizonem' (horizon)
rural · adjective/ˈrʊr.əl/
relating to or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town
The rural community relies heavily on agriculture for its economy and sustenance.
Synonyms: rustic, pastoral, agrarian
Origin: from Latin 'ruralis', from 'rus' meaning 'the countryside'
sacrificial · adjective/ˌsæk.rɪˈfɪʃ.əl/
pertaining to or involving sacrifice
In many ancient cultures, the practice of offering a **sacrificial** animal to the gods was seen as a way to gain favor and ensure bountiful harvests.
Synonyms: offering, ritual, expiatory
Origin: from Latin 'sacrificialis', which derives from 'sacrificium' (sacrifice) and 'sacer' (sacred)
immense · adjective/ɪˈmɛns/
extremely large or great in size or amount
The immense size of the universe challenges our understanding of space and time.
Synonyms: enormous, massive, gigantic
Origin: from Latin 'immensus' meaning 'unmeasurable', from 'in-' (not) + 'mensus' (measured)