stepwise

/ˌstɛpˈwaɪz/
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Definitions of stepwise
  1. adverb
    proceeding in steps
    “the voltage was increased stepwise”
    synonyms: step by step
  2. adjective
    one thing at a time
    synonyms: bit-by-bit, in small stages, piecemeal, step-by-step
    gradual
    proceeding in small stages
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