method implies an orderly logical arrangement usually in steps.
effective teaching methods
mode implies an order or course followed by custom, tradition, or personal preference.
the preferred mode of transportation
manner is close to mode but may imply a procedure or method that is individual or distinctive.
an odd manner of conducting
way is very general and may be used for any of the preceding words.
has her own way of doing things
fashion may suggest a peculiar or characteristic way of doing something.
rushing about in his typical fashion
system suggests a fully developed or carefully formulated method often emphasizing rational orderliness.
a filing system
Example Sentences
He claims to have developed a new method for growing tomatoes. Their teaching method tries to adapt lessons to each student. We need to adopt more modern methods of doing things.
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English, prescribed treatment, from Latin methodus, from Greek methodos, from meta- + hodos way