step-by-step

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Word: Step-by-step

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The term "step-by-step" means doing something one thing at a time, in a clear and organized way. It suggests a process where you follow a series of instructions or stages to achieve a goal.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "step-by-step" when you want to describe instructions, processes, or methods that are broken down into smaller, manageable parts.
• It can be used in both written and spoken English.

Examples:

1. Basic Example: "To bake a cake, follow these step-by-step instructions."

   • Here, "step-by-step" indicates that the instructions will guide you through each part of the cake-making process in order.

2. Advanced Example: "The manual provides a step-by-step guide to assembling the furniture."

   • This means the manual will take you through each stage of putting the furniture together, one at a time.

Word Variants:

• Step (noun): A single movement or stage in a process.
• Step (verb): To move by lifting your foot and putting it down in a new position.

Different Meanings:

• Step-by-step can also imply a careful and thorough approach to solving problems, not just in physical tasks but also in planning or decision-making.

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Adjective

1. one thing at a time

Synonyms

• bit-by-bit
• in small stages
• piecemeal
• stepwise