stepwise

/ˈstɛpˌwaɪz/
adverb
  1. In a series of steps or stages; one step at a time.
    • The instructions explain how to build the model stepwise.
    • The teacher explained the math problem stepwise so everyone could follow.
    • We will introduce the new software stepwise to avoid confusion.
adjective
  1. Done or happening in a series of steps or stages.
    • A stepwise increase in temperature helped the plants adjust.
    • They followed a stepwise plan to renovate the house.
    • The stepwise approach to learning makes difficult topics easier.
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