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systematic vs systemic
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| systematicadjective/ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk/ | Meaning done step by step, using a fixed plan or method | Goes with systematic approach | Example She has a systematic way of learning new words: ten a day, reviewed every week. |
| systemicadjective/sɪˈstem.ɪk/ | Meaning affecting a whole system, organization, or body, not just one part | Goes with — | Example The report says the problem is systemic, so changing one manager will not fix it. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The police made a search of the whole building.