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Meaning of in stages
The primary meaning of "in stages" refers to something happening or done in a series of steps or phases, rather than all at once.
Etymology of in stages
The phrase "in stages" originates from the Old French word "estage," meaning "step" or "phase," which is derived from the Latin word "stagium," meaning "a step" or "a stage"
Historically, the word "stage" has been used to describe a point or period in a process, and the phrase "in stages" has evolved to describe something happening or done in a series of these points or periods
Synonyms
gradually
progressively
step by step
incrementally
partially
bit by bit
piecemeal
sequentially
in phases
periodically
intermittently
sporadically
occasionally
recurrently
repeatedly
consistently
steadily
uniformly
regularly
methodically
systematically
deliberately
intentionally
purposefully
carefully
cautiously
prudently
wisely
sensibly
rationally
logically
coherently
in sequence
in succession
in turn
by degrees
by installments
little by little
at intervals
at times
now and then
from time to time
Definitions
- In a series of steps or phases, rather than all at once
- * At different times or points, rather than simultaneously
Usage Examples
- The company will introduce the new product in stages to test consumer response
- * The hikers climbed the mountain in stages, resting at each campsite
- * The artist created the sculpture in stages, adding new elements each day