Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
piecemeal
adverb
/ˈpiːsmiːl/
Definition
Gradually, one piece at a time, rather than all at once.
Examples
- They completed the project piecemeal, adding sections over several months.
- The changes were implemented piecemeal, leading to confusion among the staff.
Meaning
The term ‘piecemeal’ refers to the process of doing something gradually, in separate stages, rather than in a comprehensive or complete manner.
Synonyms
- Gradually
- Bit by bit
- Incrementally
