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stepped

stehpt

Stepped (adj) means having a series of level surfaces or offsets, like the steps of a staircase. Example: “The building had a stepped roofline typical of the era.”

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Having a series of level surfaces or offsets, like the steps of a staircase.
"The building had a stepped roofline typical of the era."

How to Use Stepped

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In plain EnglishDescribes something built or shaped in a series of level stages, like stair-steps.

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stepped gable stepped increase stepped design
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “stepped” mean?

The word “stepped” means having a series of level surfaces or offsets, like the steps of a staircase. In plain terms, describes something built or shaped in a series of level stages, like stair-steps.

How do you pronounce “stepped”?

“Stepped” is pronounced stehpt (/stɛpt/ in IPA).

How do you use “stepped” in a sentence?

Here is “stepped” used in a sentence: “The building had a stepped roofline typical of the era.”

What part of speech is “stepped”?

“Stepped” is an adjective.

Is “stepped” a common word?

“Stepped” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between "stepped" and "sloped"?

A "stepped" surface rises or falls in a series of distinct flat levels, like stairs, with clear edges between each level. A "sloped" surface changes height gradually and continuously, like a ramp, without separate steps.

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