English adjective: stepwise | |||
| 1. | stepwise one thing at a time | ||
| Synonyms | bit-by-bit, in small stages, piecemeal, step-by-step | ||
| Similar | gradual | ||
| Antonyms | sudden | ||
English adverb: stepwise | |||
| 1. | stepwise proceeding in steps | ||
| Samples | The voltage was increased stepwise. | ||
| Synonyms | step by step | ||