established method
/ɪˈstæblɪʃd ˈmɛθəd/ · es-tab-lished meth-od
noun
- A procedure or approach that has been proven to be effective or reliable. The company uses an established method for quality control to ensure consistency in their products.
- A set of rules or guidelines that have been widely accepted or adopted. The established method for citation in academic writing is the Chicago Manual of Style.
adjective
- Having a proven track record or a reputation for being effective. The established method for treating this disease has a high success rate.
Synonyms
proven methodtested procedurestandard approachtried and true methodwell-established techniqueaccepted practice
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase 'established method' is often used in scientific and academic contexts to describe a widely accepted approach or procedure, but it can also be used in everyday language to describe a tried and true way of doing something.