Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

piecemeal-basis

adverb

/ˈpiːsˌmiːl ˈbeɪsɪs/

Definition

A method or approach that involves doing something in small, separate parts rather than all at once.

Examples

The project was completed on a piecemeal basis, with each section finished before the next was started.
They implemented the new policies on a piecemeal basis to assess their effectiveness.

Meaning

Piecemeal basis refers to an incremental way of addressing a task or project, focusing on one piece at a time rather than attempting to tackle it in its entirety.