stepwise - Definition and Meaning

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(adverb)

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in a series of distinct stages; not continuously

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concentrations of the acid tend to decrease stepwise

(adverb)

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by adjacent intervals in a scale

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a purely harmonic cadence, the separate parts moving stepwise

(adjective)

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progressing in a series of distinct stages; not continuous

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a stepwise procedure

(adjective)

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moving by adjacent intervals in a scale

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crackling solos and juicy, stepwise guitar counterpoints