Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reach-a-plateau
verb phrase
/riːʧ ə plæˈtoʊ/
Definition
To reach a stage or level of progression where there is no further improvement or advancement.
Examples
- After months of training, she finally reached a plateau in her fitness routine.
- His career reached a plateau, and he started looking for new challenges.
- The project’s development has reached a plateau, awaiting further funding to proceed.
Meaning
The phrase suggests that a person or organization has achieved a certain level of success but is no longer making significant progress or gains.
Synonyms
- level off
- stagnate
- stabilize
- stop improving
