Theoretical vs. Methodological

Theoretical and Methodological Definitions
Theoretical
Of, relating to, or based on theory.
Methodological
A body of practices, procedures, and rules used by those who work in a discipline or engage in an inquiry; a set of working methods
The methodology of genetic studies.
A poll marred by faulty methodology.
Theoretical
Restricted to theory; not practical or applied
Theoretical physics.
Methodological
The study or theoretical analysis of such working methods.
Theoretical
Studying or working to develop theory.
Methodological
The branch of logic that deals with the general principles of the formation of knowledge.
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Theoretical
Of or relating to theory; abstract; not empirical.
Methodological
Of, pertaining to, or using methodology or a methodology.
Theoretical
Concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations;
Theoretical science
Methodological
Of or pertaining to methodology.
Theoretical
Concerned with theories rather than their practical applications;
Theoretical physics
Methodological
Relating to the methodology of some discipline;
Methodological errors
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Theoretical
Based on specialized theory;
A theoretical analysis